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VU16 BVJ

2016 Jaguar Xf

Grey Diesel 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

25,263 mi
Last recorded25,263 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Jaguar Xf52,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU16 BVJ
MakeJaguar
ModelXf
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 25,263 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2025 24,048 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Feb 2025 24,048 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 21,732 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 19,136 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2023 19,136 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Mar 2022 16,842 miles

all tyres perished,rear brake pads 2-3000 approx,noplate bulb inop

Pass 16 Mar 2020 12,468 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 10,071 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xf?

Based on 1,374,522 MOT tests across 118,872 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
6,450
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
118,872
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16,779
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7,809
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,074
Registration plate lamp not working 6,726
position lamp(s) not working 6,585
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VU16 BVJ is a 2016 Jaguar Xf in Grey with a 1,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Jaguar Xf models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 52,941 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 Xf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16,779 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU16 BVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xf typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 10 years old, this Jaguar Xf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VU16 BVJ registered?

VU16 BVJ is a 2016 Jaguar Xf, first registered on 14 March 2016.

Is VU16 BVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU16 BVJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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