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DLH 249C

1998 Jaguar Mk II

Silver Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

61,305 mi
Last recorded61,305 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2023
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Mk II45,083 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLH 249C
MakeJaguar
ModelMk II
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2023 61,305 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 59,513 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 59,469 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 May 2017 59,360 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 59,318 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 59,297 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 59,137 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear seat belts not required & not fitted

Fail 2 Jan 2014 59,121 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

rear seat belts not required & not fitted

Pass 19 Jul 2012 58,959 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 58,951 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 58,777 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 68,555 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 58,038 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 57,801 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 57,801 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 4 May 2006 57,508 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Mk II?

Based on 22,000 MOT tests across 2,487 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
2,487
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 847
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 496
Stop lamp not working 428
brake binding 342
Horn not working 233
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DLH 249C is a 1998 Jaguar Mk II in Silver with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1998 Jaguar Mk II models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 45,083 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Mk II fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 847 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DLH 249C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Mk II typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 28 years old, this Jaguar Mk II is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DLH 249C registered?

DLH 249C is a 1998 Jaguar Mk II, first registered on 18 August 1998.

Is DLH 249C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLH 249C 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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