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F516 RFB

1989 Jaguar Xjr

Blue Petrol 5345cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,220 mi
Last recorded42,220 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2014
Typical for 1989 Jaguar Xjr83,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF516 RFB
MakeJaguar
ModelXjr
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,345cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2014 42,220 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 43,031 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 42,983 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2011 42,726 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 41,925 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 41,528 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside rear exhaust fouling brake caliper and driveshaft

Fail 13 Jul 2009 41,528 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside rear exhaust fouling brake caliper and driveshaft

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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F516 RFB is a 1989 Jaguar Xjr in Blue with a 5,345cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 F516 RFB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F516 RFB?

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What year was F516 RFB registered?

F516 RFB is a 1989 Jaguar Xjr, first registered on 27 January 1989.

Is F516 RFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F516 RFB 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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