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V778 JGX

2000 Jaguar Xj

Silver Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

144,055 mi
Last recorded144,055 miles
Recorded on13 May 2015
Typical for 2000 Jaguar Xj83,275 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV778 JGX
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 13 May 2015 144,055 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Coolant leak

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 135,517 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 128,389 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 128,389 miles

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 117,136 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2012 117,136 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 112,309 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 106,549 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 104,010 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2006 99,125 miles

advise only both front tyres wearing on inner edge

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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V778 JGX is a 2000 Jaguar Xj in Silver with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2000 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 83,275 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V778 JGX, 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 26 years old, this Jaguar Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V778 JGX registered?

V778 JGX is a 2000 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 11 January 2000.

Is V778 JGX safe to buy?

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