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ACZ 5226

1989 Jaguar Xj

White Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

153,730 mi
Last recorded153,730 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2011
Typical for 1989 Jaguar Xj98,076 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACZ 5226
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2011 153,730 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 152,561 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 148,298 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 143,923 miles

radiator surport very rusty

Pass 28 Aug 2007 137,204 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 131,989 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 131,989 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp sequence is incorrect (3.4.1d)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim not in a clean condition affecting light output (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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ACZ 5226 is a 1989 Jaguar Xj in White with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ACZ 5226, 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 ACZ 5226?

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What year was ACZ 5226 registered?

ACZ 5226 is a 1989 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is ACZ 5226 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACZ 5226 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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