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XJZ 770

1996 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests22 (22 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,983 mi
Last recorded72,983 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xj106,381 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJZ 770
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

22 pass
Pass 2 Oct 2025 72,983 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 72,311 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 71,711 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 71,082 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 70,424 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 70,230 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 70,139 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2018 65,561 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 64,691 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 63,623 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 62,278 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 61,141 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 59,907 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 58,721 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 56,719 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 53,214 miles

All 4 tyres cracking due to age, No cords showing at tim e of test.

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 48,103 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 42,918 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 36,538 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 31,874 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2005 31,836 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2005 31,836 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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XJZ 770 is a 1996 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 106,381 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 XJZ 770, 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 30 years old, this Jaguar Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XJZ 770?

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What year was XJZ 770 registered?

XJZ 770 is a 1996 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is XJZ 770 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJZ 770 shows 22 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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