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FSU 291

1989 Jaguar Xk

Maroon Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

6,497 mi
Last recorded6,497 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2019
Typical for 1989 Jaguar Xk27,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSU 291
MakeJaguar
ModelXk
Year1989
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2019 6,497 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 6,300 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2018 6,300 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 6,010 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 5,466 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 5,232 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 5,210 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 5,141 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 4,989 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 4,989 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 4,904 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 4,828 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 4,650 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 4,165 miles

Nearside Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Jun 2007 3,740 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 3,583 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xk?

Based on 156,752 MOT tests across 11,610 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
2,593
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
11,610
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,872
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1,213
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 976
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 839
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 762
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FSU 291 is a 1989 Jaguar Xk in Maroon with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1989 Jaguar Xk models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 27,862 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,872 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FSU 291, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xk typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 37 years old, this Jaguar Xk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FSU 291 registered?

FSU 291 is a 1989 Jaguar Xk, first registered on 6 November 1989.

Is FSU 291 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSU 291 shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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