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V431 EKU

1999 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

119,230 mi
Last recorded119,230 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2020
Typical for 1999 Jaguar Xj87,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV431 EKU
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2020 119,230 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 115,820 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 110,648 miles

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

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

rear tyres cracking

Fail 28 Dec 2017 110,582 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Front to rear sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Front to rear sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

Rear Tyres cracking

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

Pass 15 Sep 2016 110,060 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 102,083 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 97,964 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 96,775 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 96,775 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 94,050 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 89,499 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 84,656 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 80,395 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 70,821 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 64,736 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 55,545 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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V431 EKU is a 1999 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 V431 EKU, 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

How do I check the history of V431 EKU?

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What year was V431 EKU registered?

V431 EKU is a 1999 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 8 October 1999.

Is V431 EKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V431 EKU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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