CarVerify

Free Car Check

F531 BCW

1988 Jaguar Xjr

Silver Petrol 5345cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

31,787 mi
Last recorded31,787 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2019
Typical for 1988 Jaguar Xjr64,216 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Jaguar
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationF531 BCW
MakeJaguar
ModelXjr
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,345cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2019 31,787 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 31,749 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 31,551 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2015 31,551 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 31,111 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 30,906 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 30,906 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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
Full Jaguar Xjr reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

F531 BCW is a 1988 Jaguar Xjr in Silver with a 5,345cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1988 Jaguar Xjr models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 64,216 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 Xjr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,708 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F531 BCW, 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 38 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 F531 BCW?

You can check the full history of F531 BCW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was F531 BCW registered?

F531 BCW is a 1988 Jaguar Xjr, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is F531 BCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F531 BCW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F531 BCW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on F531 BCW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.