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X888 NJG

2001 Jaguar Xj

Silver Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

143,782 mi
Last recorded143,782 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2024
Typical for 2001 Jaguar Xj79,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX888 NJG
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2024 143,782 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 142,724 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 139,069 miles

fuel pipe by filter corroded

Fail 2 Oct 2019 139,066 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

fuel pipe by filter corroded

Pass 16 Nov 2017 135,944 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail under bonnet (2.4.A.3)

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

all discs surface rust

all welded areas covered with thick sealer

both front tyres unevenly worn and in poor condition

engine warning light on

front shocks rusty

rear chassis and subframe rusty

slight play in steering

Fail 6 Nov 2017 135,940 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users rear bumper (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch on chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch on chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail under bonnet (2.4.A.3)

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

all discs surface rust

both front tyres unevenly worn and in poor condition

engine warning light on

front shocks rusty

rear chassis and subframe rusty

slight play in steering

Pass 12 Jan 2016 129,952 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 15 Jan 2015 128,017 miles

Nearside Rear 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 20 Dec 2013 125,173 miles

corrosion to n/s/f of chassis

corrosion to o/s/f of chassis

Fail 20 Dec 2013 125,173 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

corrosion to n/s/f of chassis

corrosion to o/s/f of chassis

Pass 11 Jan 2013 122,239 miles

nsf inner wing corroded.

Pass 9 Jan 2012 118,872 miles

osr metal brake pipe too flexy hose corroded.os & ns front inner wings under arch starting too corrode.

Pass 10 Jan 2011 114,907 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2010 108,338 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 101,849 miles

n/s door mirror glass insecurer

Pass 15 Oct 2007 82,849 miles

slight play at nearside & offside rear wheel

Fail 15 Oct 2007 82,849 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

slight play at nearside & offside rear wheel

Pass 1 Apr 2006 63,211 miles

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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X888 NJG is a 2001 Jaguar Xj in Silver with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 X888 NJG, 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.

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What year was X888 NJG registered?

X888 NJG is a 2001 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 26 February 2001.

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