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1987 RU

2012 Jaguar Xf

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

61,878 mi
Last recorded61,878 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Jaguar Xf69,095 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1987 RU
MakeJaguar
ModelXf
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 61,878 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 57,872 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 53,662 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2024 53,662 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 47,303 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 40,364 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 38,284 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 35,905 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 34,257 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 30,541 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2017 28,398 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 25,145 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xf?

Based on 1,374,522 MOT tests across 118,872 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
6,450
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
118,872
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16,779
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7,809
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,074
Registration plate lamp not working 6,726
position lamp(s) not working 6,585
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1987 RU is a 2012 Jaguar Xf in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Jaguar Xf models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 69,095 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16,779 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 1987 RU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xf typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 14 years old, this Jaguar Xf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 1987 RU?

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What year was 1987 RU registered?

1987 RU is a 2012 Jaguar Xf, first registered on 12 December 2012.

Is 1987 RU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1987 RU 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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