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A18 BDA

1989 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,416 mi
Last recorded85,416 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2007
Typical for 1989 Jaguar Xj98,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 BDA
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 26 Apr 2007 85,416 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 81,896 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xj?

Based on 909,077 MOT tests across 81,250 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
3,561
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
81,250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,485
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,052
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 12,020
Brake pipe excessively corroded 11,165
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 10,319
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A18 BDA is a 1989 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 98,076 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34,485 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A18 BDA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Jaguar Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A18 BDA registered?

A18 BDA is a 1989 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 7 June 1989.

Is A18 BDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 BDA shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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