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V8 VJG

2001 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

59,440 mi
Last recorded59,440 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Jaguar Xj79,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 VJG
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 59,440 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 57,781 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Oct 2024 57,781 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 56,198 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 54,190 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 52,031 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 51,148 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 49,266 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 47,366 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 45,890 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 44,045 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 40,629 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 39,341 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 37,178 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 35,390 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2011 33,593 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 31,884 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2009 29,467 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 26,812 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 23,935 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 20,832 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 18,307 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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V8 VJG is a 2001 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 2001 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 79,856 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 V8 VJG, 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 25 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 V8 VJG registered?

V8 VJG is a 2001 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 29 March 2001.

Is V8 VJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V8 VJG shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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