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V524 VBD

1999 Jaguar Xj

Green Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

111,393 mi
Last recorded111,393 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2015
Typical for 1999 Jaguar Xj87,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV524 VBD
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2015 111,393 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 110,739 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 108,873 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2012 107,810 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2011 106,102 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2010 104,411 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 98,831 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 90,330 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 81,763 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 77,752 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 77,752 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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V524 VBD is a 1999 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 V524 VBD, 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 V524 VBD?

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What year was V524 VBD registered?

V524 VBD is a 1999 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 23 November 1999.

Is V524 VBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V524 VBD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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