The road tax status for J171 CAO is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for J171 CAO?

The MOT for J171 CAO is valid and due for renewal on or before 22 September 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of J171 CAO?

The recorded mileage for J171 CAO is 78,894 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is J171 CAO ULEZ compliant?

No, J171 CAO does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1991 Jaguar XJS 4.0L Petrol · J171 CAO

J171 CAO

1991 Jaguar XJS (4.0L, petrol). First registered 07/08/1991. Recorded mileage 78,894 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: JAGUAR XJS
Year / Origin: 1991
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 22/09/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 78,894 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 4.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 22/09/2026

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Mileage: 78,894 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1991
Engine: 3980cc

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J171 CAO Key Findings

17 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 15/09/2026
78,894 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring exhaust & emissions items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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J171 CAO Mileage History

10/02/200664,180 mi
03/05/200766,349 mi+2,169 mi
04/05/200766,349 mi
05/03/200968,101 mi+1,752 mi
27/06/201169,329 mi+1,228 mi
09/07/201269,393 mi+64 mi
27/05/201370,094 mi+701 mi
09/06/201470,463 mi+369 mi
18/06/201570,497 mi+34 mi
22/06/201670,522 mi+25 mi
02/07/201870,549 mi+27 mi
07/11/202270,648 mi+99 mi
07/11/202270,648 mi
13/11/202370,649 mi+1 mi
24/09/202470,966 mi+317 mi
10/09/202574,708 mi+3,742 mi
15/09/202678,894 mi+4,186 mi

Average of roughly 714 miles per year across 17 recorded odometer readings.

J171 CAO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Oct 2026, 12:22

MOT Analysis

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17 MOT tests are recorded for this 1991 Jaguar Xjs (J171 CAO) between February 2006 and September 2026.

The record contains 14 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 15 September 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”.

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