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J16 XJS

1991 Jaguar Xjs

Blue Petrol 5344cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

39,879 mi
Last recorded39,879 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 1991 Jaguar Xjs82,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ16 XJS
MakeJaguar
ModelXjs
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,344cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 39,879 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 39,828 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 39,725 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 39,686 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 39,580 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 39,451 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 39,432 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 39,325 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 39,171 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 38,769 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 38,743 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 38,445 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 38,445 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 38,330 miles

front tyres wearing low

Pass 27 Jul 2012 38,176 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 38,010 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 37,514 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 37,289 miles

Front tyres out of shape when spinning,

Pass 9 Jun 2008 37,137 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 36,766 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 36,625 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xjs?

Based on 127,020 MOT tests across 12,009 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
540
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
12,009
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 5,735
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,722
brake binding 4,089
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,050
parking brake recording little or no effort 3,046
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J16 XJS is a 1991 Jaguar Xjs in Blue with a 5,344cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1991 Jaguar Xjs models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 82,398 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xjs fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 5,735 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J16 XJS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xjs typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 35 years old, this Jaguar Xjs is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J16 XJS registered?

J16 XJS is a 1991 Jaguar Xjs, first registered on 3 October 1991.

Is J16 XJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J16 XJS shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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