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V453 EFR

1999 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

143,413 mi
Last recorded143,413 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2011
Typical for 1999 Jaguar Xj87,382 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV453 EFR
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2011 143,413 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 7 Oct 2011 143,413 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 134,853 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 134,853 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Outer Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Sub-frame worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 131,477 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 128,277 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 124,469 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 120,207 miles

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

Offside Front 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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V453 EFR is a 1999 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V453 EFR, 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.

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What year was V453 EFR registered?

V453 EFR is a 1999 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 9 November 1999.

Is V453 EFR safe to buy?

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