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Y542 MBU

2001 Jaguar Xj

Silver Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

32,751 mi
Last recorded32,751 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Jaguar Xj79,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY542 MBU
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 32,751 miles

Nearside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2024 32,054 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

slight play in rear universal joints

wiper smearing

Fail 7 Nov 2024 32,054 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

slight play in rear universal joints

wiper smearing

Pass 18 Apr 2023 32,029 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 31,536 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 31,226 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 28,376 miles

Offside Front inner wheel arch above frame mount corroding

Pass 29 Jan 2018 28,357 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 28,325 miles

Rear number plate starting to de-laminate,can still read

Pass 17 Feb 2016 28,190 miles

Offside Rear wheel has play

Fail 17 Feb 2016 28,188 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel has play

Pass 19 Feb 2015 27,902 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

play in o/s/r drive shaft

Pass 23 Jan 2014 27,574 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

all 4 tyres cracked on sidewall and in tread

Pass 24 Jan 2013 27,229 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Feb 2012 26,858 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2012 26,858 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 26,581 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 26,212 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 25,985 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 25,782 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 25,402 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 24,606 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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Y542 MBU is a 2001 Jaguar Xj in Silver with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 Y542 MBU, 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 Y542 MBU registered?

Y542 MBU is a 2001 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 7 March 2001.

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