1996 Jaguar Xj Executive MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Xj Executive models manufactured in 1996, based on 1,529 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 1996 Jaguar Xj Executive vintage page → (71.7% current pass rate)1996 Jaguar Xj Executive MOT Analysis
The 1996 Jaguar Xj Executive has an MOT pass rate of 69.1% based on 1,529 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 107,716 miles on the odometer. With a 30.9% failure rate, the 1996 Xj Executive is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1996 Jaguar Xj Executive is Noise, emissions and leaks, responsible for 0.9% of failures. Emissions failures occur when exhaust gases exceed legal limits for carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), or particulate matter (diesel). Common causes include faulty oxygen sensors, clogged catalytic converters, or DPF issues on diesel vehicles. Typical repair costs range from £100–1,000+. Tyres is the second most common issue at 0.7%. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment follows at 0.7%.
Top failures specific to 1996 models only. The overall Xj Executive page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 0.9% | 14 |
| 2 | Tyres | 0.7% | 11 |
| 3 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 0.7% | 10 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.6% | 9 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.6% | 9 |
| 6 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 0.5% | 8 |
| 7 | Road Wheels | 0.3% | 5 |
| 8 | Steering | 0.2% | 3 |
| 9 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.1% | 2 |
| 10 | Non-component Advisories | 0.1% | 1 |
| 11 | Buses And Coaches Supplementary Tests | 0.1% | 1 |
| 12 | Visibility | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 107,716 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.09 | 0.9% | 14 |
| Tyres | 0.07 | 0.7% | 11 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.06 | 0.7% | 10 |
| Brakes | 0.05 | 0.6% | 9 |
| Suspension | 0.05 | 0.6% | 9 |
| Body & Structure | 0.05 | 0.5% | 8 |
| Wheels | 0.03 | 0.3% | 5 |
| Steering | 0.02 | 0.2% | 3 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.01 | 0.1% | 2 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.01 | 0.1% | 1 |
| Buses and coaches supplementary tests | 0.01 | 0.1% | 1 |
| Visibility | 0.01 | 0.1% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1996 Jaguar Xj Executive has an MOT pass rate of 69.1% based on 1,529 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 107,716 miles on the odometer. With a 30.9% failure rate, the 1996 Xj Executive is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1996 Jaguar Xj Executive, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to noise, emissions and leaks: If the engine management light is on, get it diagnosed before the MOT. For diesel cars, ensure the DPF has completed a regeneration cycle. Regular servicing and using premium fuel before the test can help. With an average mileage of 107,716 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Noise, emissions and leaks — 0.9% of failures
Noise, emissions and leaks issues account for 0.9% of MOT failures on 1996 Jaguar Xj Executive models. Emissions failures occur when exhaust gases exceed legal limits for carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), or particulate matter (diesel). Common causes include faulty oxygen sensors, clogged catalytic converters, or DPF issues on diesel vehicles. Typical repair costs: £100–1,000+. Pre-MOT check: If the engine management light is on, get it diagnosed before the MOT. For diesel cars, ensure the DPF has completed a regeneration cycle. Regular servicing and using premium fuel before the test can help.
Tyres — 0.7% of failures
Tyres issues account for 0.7% of MOT failures on 1996 Jaguar Xj Executive models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 0.7% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 0.7% of MOT failures on 1996 Jaguar Xj Executive models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.