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F290 ECK

1989 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

116,075 mi
Last recorded116,075 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2005
Typical for 1989 Jaguar Xj98,076 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF290 ECK
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,590cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2005 116,075 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2005 116,073 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has a modification which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

ADVISE:SLIGHT CORROSION ON FRONT BRAKE PIPES/BOTTOM RADIATOR MOUNTING CORRODED/SLIGHT PLAY ON N/S/R WHEEL

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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F290 ECK is a 1989 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F290 ECK, 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 F290 ECK?

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What year was F290 ECK registered?

F290 ECK is a 1989 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 13 January 1989.

Is F290 ECK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F290 ECK shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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