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KMW 151

1990 Jaguar Xjs

Red Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

43,363 mi
Last recorded43,363 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1990 Jaguar Xjs78,062 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKMW 151
MakeJaguar
ModelXjs
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 43,363 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 43,190 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2025 43,190 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 42,492 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective both rear mufflers (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 41,421 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 40,799 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 39,649 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 39,119 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 38,759 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 38,300 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 36,937 miles

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 13 May 2015 36,048 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 35,089 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 21 May 2014 35,089 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 May 2013 33,786 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 33,343 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 33,017 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 32,349 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 31,201 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 31,144 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Nov 2007 30,364 miles

osr flexi hose poor condition

Pass 13 Mar 2007 30,203 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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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KMW 151 is a 1990 Jaguar Xjs in Red with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1990 Jaguar Xjs models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 78,062 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 KMW 151, 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 36 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 KMW 151 registered?

KMW 151 is a 1990 Jaguar Xjs, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is KMW 151 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KMW 151 shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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