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G438 VYL

1990 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,271 mi
Last recorded62,271 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2015
Typical for 1990 Jaguar Xj108,780 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG438 VYL
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2015 62,271 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 62,166 miles

Nearside Front Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 61,965 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 61,871 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 61,822 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 61,686 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 61,579 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 61,490 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

unable to inspect front/rear brake pads

Pass 2 Jan 2007 61,318 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 60,894 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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G438 VYL is a 1990 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 108,780 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 G438 VYL, 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 36 years old, this Jaguar Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G438 VYL registered?

G438 VYL is a 1990 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 14 May 1990.

Is G438 VYL safe to buy?

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