1998 · 26 years old at test · Petrol mostly

1998 Jaguar Xjr MOT pass rate and common faults

216 MOT tests in 2024. 71.3% passed first time, compared with 64.9% for all cars the same age.

110Well above average
Passed first time71.3%
Failed or needed repairs28.7%
Typical mileage at test103,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 216 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength2.8%
  2. Anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an ABS fault2.3%
  3. Catalyst emissions: Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits2.3%
  4. Suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn2.3%
  5. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced2.3%
  6. Chassis condition: or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting1.9%
  7. Washers: not working1.9%
  8. Chassis condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced1.4%
  9. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded1.4%
  10. Wheel bearings: has excessive play1.4%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics13.0%
  2. Suspension12.5%
  3. Brakes8.8%
  4. Body & chassis7.4%
  5. Emissions & leaks5.6%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)4.2%
  7. Seat belts & airbags3.2%
  8. Steering3.2%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded10.6%
  2. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure10.6%
  3. Coil spring: corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened10.2%
  4. Wheel bearings: has excessive play7.4%
  5. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened6.5%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year does better than most cars its age, so it is a reasonable used buy on MOT record alone. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 1998 Jaguar Xjr?

In 2024, 71.3% of 1998 Jaguar Xjr cars passed their MOT first time, across 216 tests. The average for all 26-year-old cars was 64.9%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 1998 Jaguar Xjr?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an abs fault; catalyst emissions: lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 1998 Jaguar Xjr reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 110, which is well above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).