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Y261 VGV

2001 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

114,782 mi
Last recorded114,782 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2017
Typical for 2001 Jaguar Xj79,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY261 VGV
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2017 114,782 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 13 Jun 2016 104,672 miles

Offside Front Slight play in top ball joint

Pass 27 Oct 2015 98,985 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 89,159 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 89,159 miles

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 79,113 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 71,846 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2011 66,555 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 64,420 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 63,959 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 60,984 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 27 Sep 2007 58,547 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 54,703 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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Y261 VGV is a 2001 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 Y261 VGV, 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 Y261 VGV registered?

Y261 VGV is a 2001 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 10 July 2001.

Is Y261 VGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y261 VGV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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