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W497 DGU

2000 Jaguar Xjr

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

100,453 mi
Last recorded100,453 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2015
Typical for 2000 Jaguar Xjr93,534 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW497 DGU
MakeJaguar
ModelXjr
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2015 100,453 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 96,101 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 92,168 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 90,981 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 90,981 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 88,169 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 88,166 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 81,541 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 81,533 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2009 74,964 miles

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

front tyres wearing on inside edge

Pass 16 Jul 2008 67,593 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 62,540 miles

condition of rear brake discs

rear brake pads look low

Fail 2 Jul 2007 62,526 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

condition rear brake discs

rear brake pads look low

Pass 9 May 2006 53,155 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xjr?

Based on 83,224 MOT tests across 6,293 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
2,952
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,293
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,708
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,269
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,231
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 997
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 918
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W497 DGU is a 2000 Jaguar Xjr in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2000 Jaguar Xjr models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 93,534 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 Xjr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,708 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W497 DGU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xjr typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 26 years old, this Jaguar Xjr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W497 DGU registered?

W497 DGU is a 2000 Jaguar Xjr, first registered on 12 April 2000.

Is W497 DGU safe to buy?

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