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D37 HUB

1986 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

35,882 mi
Last recorded35,882 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1986 Jaguar Xj83,124 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD37 HUB
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 35,882 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 34,791 miles

all suspension coil spring looking corroded

rear trailing bushes perished

Pass 6 Mar 2024 34,130 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 33,687 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 33,672 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 33,302 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 33,212 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 32,333 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 31,850 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 31,850 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 31,376 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 31,386 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

handbrake lever close to end of reserve travel

Pass 18 Aug 2009 28,030 miles

Battery insecure

rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 4 Sep 2007 27,759 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 23,915 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 23,905 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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D37 HUB is a 1986 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1986 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 83,124 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 D37 HUB, 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 40 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 D37 HUB registered?

D37 HUB is a 1986 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is D37 HUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for D37 HUB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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