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V491 KGF

1999 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

154,642 mi
Last recorded154,642 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2021
Typical for 1999 Jaguar Xj87,382 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV491 KGF
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2021 154,642 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes have surface corrosion due to standing. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear brakes only just met the minimum efficiency to pass, may require attention in the near future.

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All of underside. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2014 154,333 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 153,373 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 146,381 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 137,137 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 137,137 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2009 127,030 miles

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

there are now signs of advancing corrosioun at the n/s/f chassiss(under wheel arch) and the chassiss section located under the front passengers footwell

Pass 30 Nov 2007 121,123 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 114,247 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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V491 KGF is a 1999 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 V491 KGF, 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 V491 KGF registered?

V491 KGF is a 1999 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V491 KGF safe to buy?

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