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V88 XJS

2000 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

106,707 mi
Last recorded106,707 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Jaguar Xj83,275 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV88 XJS
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 106,707 miles

Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 104,754 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2024 104,755 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 104,214 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 102,894 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 101,280 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 96,242 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 92,247 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 88,279 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 88,274 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 85,640 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 80,535 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 75,199 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 70,322 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 65,069 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 64,863 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 10 Oct 2007 55,949 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2007 55,949 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2006 49,973 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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V88 XJS is a 2000 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 V88 XJS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V88 XJS registered?

V88 XJS is a 2000 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is V88 XJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V88 XJS shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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