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A19 DHR

1989 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 3590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

102,026 mi
Last recorded102,026 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Jaguar Xj98,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA19 DHR
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,590cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 102,026 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 101,834 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2024 101,834 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2021 101,033 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 101,007 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 100,928 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 100,872 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 7 Jul 2016 100,163 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 100,163 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2015 72,974 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 72,594 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 71,957 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 70,939 miles

low pressure light on ,but no brake performance fault found

Pass 19 Jul 2011 69,138 miles

low brake pressure light on , but no fault on brake performance.

Pass 26 Jul 2010 66,630 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2009

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 28 Jul 2009
Pass 10 Jul 2008 62,778 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 61,614 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 60,369 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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A19 DHR is a 1989 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 3,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 A19 DHR, 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

How do I check the history of A19 DHR?

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What year was A19 DHR registered?

A19 DHR is a 1989 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is A19 DHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A19 DHR shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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