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VA51 BMO

2001 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

118,183 mi
Last recorded118,183 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2022
Typical for 2001 Jaguar Xj79,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA51 BMO
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2022 118,183 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 116,888 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 115,476 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2020 115,476 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 112,378 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2019 112,378 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 108,549 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 108,549 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 105,261 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 103,527 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 101,308 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 101,307 miles

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 100,122 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 97,883 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 21 May 2012 95,710 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 9 Jun 2011 94,689 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 93,556 miles

both front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 9 Jun 2009 92,351 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 92,349 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2008 91,185 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 89,798 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 87,381 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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VA51 BMO is a 2001 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 VA51 BMO, 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 VA51 BMO registered?

VA51 BMO is a 2001 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is VA51 BMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA51 BMO shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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