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V3 STA

2001 Jaguar Xj

Beige Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

79,970 mi
Last recorded79,970 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Jaguar Xj79,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV3 STA
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2001
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 79,970 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

windscreen chipped

Pass 25 Sep 2024 76,621 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 71,964 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 67,182 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Sep 2022 67,182 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 60,607 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive Diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 53,869 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 48,302 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 36,631 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 35,629 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 34,897 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 34,163 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 33,847 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 33,354 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 32,869 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 31,126 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 29,590 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 28,272 miles

Nearside Front Upper Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 1 Sep 2009 28,272 miles

Nearside Front Upper Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 26,504 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 24,615 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 22,635 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2005 20,005 miles

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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V3 STA is a 2001 Jaguar Xj in Beige with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2001 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 79,856 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 V3 STA, 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 25 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 V3 STA registered?

V3 STA is a 2001 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 4 July 2001.

Is V3 STA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V3 STA shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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