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JIW 8263

1989 Jaguar Xjs

Grey Petrol 3590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

41,390 mi
Last recorded41,390 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2014
Typical for 1989 Jaguar Xjs74,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJIW 8263
MakeJaguar
ModelXjs
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,590cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2014 41,390 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

varous bushes front and rear split

Pass 22 Aug 2013 41,222 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

diff has a small leck

Pass 7 Sep 2012 40,887 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 40,838 miles

Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

diff lecking oil

play in both front wheels

Pass 16 Mar 2010 40,544 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 40,541 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 39,930 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 39,345 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 39,345 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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JIW 8263 is a 1989 Jaguar Xjs in Grey with a 3,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1989 Jaguar Xjs models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 74,358 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 JIW 8263, 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 37 years old, this Jaguar Xjs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JIW 8263 registered?

JIW 8263 is a 1989 Jaguar Xjs, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is JIW 8263 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JIW 8263 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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