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VE18 OAV

2018 Jaguar Xj

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,275 mi
Last recorded43,275 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Jaguar Xj33,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE18 OAV
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 43,275 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 41,970 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall damage due to impact (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 May 2025 41,858 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 0.7m-1 excessive emissions above default limit (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour smoke coming from exhaust (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front suspension arm front bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Nail in tyre screw in off side rear tyre close to shoulder of side wall

Pass 29 Apr 2024 39,422 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged kerb damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2023 35,850 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 26,799 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2022 26,797 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 70% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 70% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2021 18,061 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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))

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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VE18 OAV is a 2018 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2018 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 33,772 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 VE18 OAV, 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 8 years old, this Jaguar Xj is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VE18 OAV?

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What year was VE18 OAV registered?

VE18 OAV is a 2018 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 19 July 2018.

Is VE18 OAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE18 OAV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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