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J3 XJS

1991 Jaguar Xjs

Red Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

1,691 mi
Last recorded1,691 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2024
Typical for 1991 Jaguar Xjs82,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ3 XJS
MakeJaguar
ModelXjs
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2024 1,691 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 1,656 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2022 1,656 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2021 1,599 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 1,592 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 1,352 miles

Front Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Front Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 26 May 2017 1,240 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 May 2016 1,182 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 896 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 871 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2014 624 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 374 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 66 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2009 59,643 miles

Oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2008 59,174 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 59,174 miles

Offside Rear Radius arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 58,769 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 58,670 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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J3 XJS is a 1991 Jaguar Xjs in Red with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 J3 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.

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What year was J3 XJS registered?

J3 XJS is a 1991 Jaguar Xjs, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J3 XJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J3 XJS shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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