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V391 GVU

1999 Jaguar Xj

Green Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

69,781 mi
Last recorded69,781 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2014
Typical for 1999 Jaguar Xj87,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV391 GVU
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 Nov 2014 69,781 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

underside of vehicle, suspension & steering mounting points all corroded to varying degrees.

Pass 18 Nov 2013 68,883 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

o/s/r door central locking not working but can still be manually unlocked

Pass 19 Nov 2012 68,075 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 66,473 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 65,657 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 65,004 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 62,255 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 61,798 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2007 61,798 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 59,117 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 53,236 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xj?

Based on 909,077 MOT tests across 81,250 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
3,561
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
81,250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,485
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,052
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 12,020
Brake pipe excessively corroded 11,165
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 10,319
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V391 GVU is a 1999 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1999 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 87,382 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34,485 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V391 GVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 27 years old, this Jaguar Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V391 GVU registered?

V391 GVU is a 1999 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 2 November 1999.

Is V391 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V391 GVU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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