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Y638 VGC

2001 Jaguar Xj

Green Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

88,281 mi
Last recorded88,281 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Jaguar Xj79,856 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY638 VGC
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2016 88,281 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 86,880 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 85,354 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 82,161 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 75,860 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

e/m/light on

Pass 21 Mar 2011 68,605 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2010 61,079 miles

rear number plate becoming discoloured

slight movement in both rear uj

Pass 26 Mar 2009 54,710 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 48,187 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 48,187 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 42,840 miles

both rear universal joints have play

dent in corner nsf bonnet

rear number plate poor condition

Pass 18 Mar 2006 37,330 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON EDGES

SLIGHT PLAY IN REAR DRIVE SHAFTS

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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Y638 VGC is a 2001 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 Y638 VGC, 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 Y638 VGC registered?

Y638 VGC is a 2001 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 11 April 2001.

Is Y638 VGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y638 VGC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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