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G499 EPL

1990 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 2919cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

28,719 mi
Last recorded28,719 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1990 Jaguar Xj108,780 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG499 EPL
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,919cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 28,719 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 28,688 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 28,675 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 28,585 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 28,498 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 28,444 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 28,312 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 28,212 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 28,134 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 28,080 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 27,872 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2014 27,512 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 27,310 miles

nearside front tyre cracking

nearside rear tyre cracking

offside front tyre cracking

offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 6 Nov 2012 27,098 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 26,794 miles

front number plate cracked

Pass 4 Nov 2010 26,530 miles

front number plate cracked

Pass 5 Nov 2009 26,339 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

slight play in o/s/r short shaft bearing

Pass 4 Nov 2008 26,162 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 26,000 miles

front brake hose ferrules slightly corroded

rear brake hose ferrules slightly corroded

Pass 3 Nov 2006 25,886 miles

nearside front brake hose ferrule slightly corroded

offside front brake hose ferrule slightly corroded

Pass 3 Nov 2005 25,671 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2005 25,671 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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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G499 EPL is a 1990 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 2,919cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 G499 EPL, 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 G499 EPL registered?

G499 EPL is a 1990 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 June 1990.

Is G499 EPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G499 EPL shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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