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VU51 ZHK

2001 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

92,648 mi
Last recorded92,648 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Jaguar Xj79,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU51 ZHK
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2016 92,648 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush n/s/r & O/S/R (2.4.G.2)

Track rod end ball joint has slight play n/s/f (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 90,495 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 88,245 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 86,163 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 84,018 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 82,669 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

top up engine oil

Fail 20 May 2011 82,669 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

top up engine oil

Pass 19 Mar 2010 77,140 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 72,775 miles

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

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 16 Apr 2009 72,775 miles

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

Front bumper insecure

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 9 Dec 2008 72,677 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2007 62,967 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 51,432 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2006 51,432 miles

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

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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VU51 ZHK is a 2001 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VU51 ZHK, 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 VU51 ZHK registered?

VU51 ZHK is a 2001 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is VU51 ZHK safe to buy?

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