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60 VXS

1988 Jaguar Xjs

Blue Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

44,534 mi
Last recorded44,534 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 1988 Jaguar Xjs73,675 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration60 VXS
MakeJaguar
ModelXjs
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 44,534 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 44,066 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 44,083 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 43,996 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 43,326 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 42,858 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 41,891 miles

coolant leak

Pass 19 May 2015 41,583 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 May 2014 41,248 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 22 May 2013 40,958 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2012 40,800 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 40,469 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 40,210 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 39,959 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 May 2008 39,275 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 38,970 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

coil springs corroded

Pass 19 May 2006 37,690 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 37,685 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leak

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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60 VXS is a 1988 Jaguar Xjs in Blue with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1988 Jaguar Xjs models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 73,675 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 60 VXS, 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 38 years old, this Jaguar Xjs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 60 VXS?

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What year was 60 VXS registered?

60 VXS is a 1988 Jaguar Xjs, first registered on 1 February 1988.

Is 60 VXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for 60 VXS shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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