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N1 PBH

1996 Jaguar Xjs

Green Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

90,439 mi
Last recorded90,439 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xjs74,717 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN1 PBH
MakeJaguar
ModelXjs
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 90,439 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 90,413 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 90,327 miles

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

rear discs slight rusting

Fail 26 Aug 2023 90,319 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both kick off too right (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

rear discs slight rusting

Pass 22 Jun 2017 90,348 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper is damp with brake fluid the presenter advised me this is due to work carried out immediately before test, there is no visible leak however I think it prudent to make sure that it remains dry.

Pass 16 Jun 2016 90,072 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 89,854 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 89,544 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 89,303 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 88,877 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 87,988 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 83,240 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xjs?

Based on 127,020 MOT tests across 12,009 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
540
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
12,009
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 5,735
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,722
brake binding 4,089
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,050
parking brake recording little or no effort 3,046
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N1 PBH is a 1996 Jaguar Xjs in Green with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1996 Jaguar Xjs models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 74,717 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xjs fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 5,735 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N1 PBH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xjs typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 30 years old, this Jaguar Xjs is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N1 PBH registered?

N1 PBH is a 1996 Jaguar Xjs, first registered on 9 April 1996.

Is N1 PBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N1 PBH 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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