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J800 XJS

1991 Jaguar Xjs

Grey Petrol 5344cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

60,883 mi
Last recorded60,883 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1991 Jaguar Xjs82,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ800 XJS
MakeJaguar
ModelXjs
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,344cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 60,883 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Apr 2025 59,071 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 59,057 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 58,957 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 58,617 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 57,690 miles

rear brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 22 Feb 2017 56,480 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 55,237 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 53,800 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 52,831 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 52,140 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 51,490 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 50,597 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 50,597 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 May 2007 49,786 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 6 May 2006 48,675 miles

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge 2mm nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge 2.5mm

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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J800 XJS is a 1991 Jaguar Xjs in Grey with a 5,344cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 J800 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 J800 XJS registered?

J800 XJS is a 1991 Jaguar Xjs, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J800 XJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J800 XJS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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