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W161 DPU

2000 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

99,010 mi
Last recorded99,010 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2000 Jaguar Xj83,275 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW161 DPU
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 99,010 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 97,291 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 95,541 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear light cluster cracked

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 93,568 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 91,326 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 89,116 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 87,485 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 83,922 miles

offside front and rear tyres are starting to wear low on edges

Pass 9 Jan 2018 82,201 miles

both rear tyres are worn close to the legal limit

nearside front tyre is wearing low on inner edge

water leak

Pass 11 Jan 2017 80,816 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 11 Jan 2017 80,816 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2016 79,011 miles

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 76,588 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 74,578 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 74,560 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 72,673 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 69,202 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front chassis rails corroded

both front tyres wearing uneven

Pass 14 Jan 2011 64,689 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

both front brake discs corroded

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

front windscreen has tiny stone chips

Fail 13 Jan 2011 64,688 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

both front brake discs corroded

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

front windscreen has tiny stone chips

Pass 20 Jan 2010 60,508 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 60,507 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

surface corrioson to floor and chassis rail

Pass 14 Jan 2009 57,476 miles

surface corrosion to floor & nsf chassis rail

Pass 16 Jan 2008 52,734 miles

n/s/front p/area starting to corrode treat asap

play both rear hubs

poor hooter

unable to view discs /pads fully

Pass 11 Jan 2007 47,524 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 6 Jan 2006 41,565 miles

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

Offside Front 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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W161 DPU is a 2000 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2000 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 83,275 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 W161 DPU, 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 26 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 W161 DPU registered?

W161 DPU is a 2000 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 26 May 2000.

Is W161 DPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W161 DPU shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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