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D290 DEF

1989 Jaguar Xjr

Blue Petrol 3590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

165,774 mi
Last recorded165,774 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Jaguar Xjr83,772 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD290 DEF
MakeJaguar
ModelXjr
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,590cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 165,774 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 164,629 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2025 164,629 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 164,265 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 163,395 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 159,363 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 155,622 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 154,350 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 150,811 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 150,100 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 149,206 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 147,205 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 146,614 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 146,284 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 144,650 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 142,918 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 141,974 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 138,170 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 138,170 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Feb 2006 138,111 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xjr?

Based on 83,224 MOT tests across 6,293 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
2,952
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,293
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,708
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,269
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,231
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 997
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 918
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D290 DEF is a 1989 Jaguar Xjr in Blue with a 3,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1989 Jaguar Xjr models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 83,772 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xjr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,708 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D290 DEF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was D290 DEF registered?

D290 DEF is a 1989 Jaguar Xjr, first registered on 1 April 1989.

Is D290 DEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D290 DEF shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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