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WGV 970

2009 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,573 mi
Last recorded57,573 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Jaguar Xj65,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGV 970
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2026 57,573 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm /outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/r & o/s/r lower arm /outer bush worn( hub support bearing) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s/r & o/s/r/ outer joint/dust cover/ track control arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))

all suspension joints/dust covers deteriorated

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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WGV 970 is a 2009 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 65,354 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 WGV 970, 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 17 years old, this Jaguar Xj is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was WGV 970 registered?

WGV 970 is a 2009 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is WGV 970 safe to buy?

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