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M198 VCT

1994 Jaguar Xjs

Red Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

24,053 mi
Last recorded24,053 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 1994 Jaguar Xjs88,252 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM198 VCT
MakeJaguar
ModelXjs
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 24,053 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 20,239 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 17,094 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 13,608 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 13,094 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 13,062 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 12,416 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 12,029 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 11,578 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 11,537 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 11,420 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 11,385 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 11,344 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 11,169 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 11,079 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 28 Apr 2010 11,079 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 10,938 miles

slight binding both front brakes

Pass 28 Apr 2008 10,849 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 10,689 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Dec 2005 10,516 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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M198 VCT is a 1994 Jaguar Xjs in Red with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1994 Jaguar Xjs models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 88,252 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 M198 VCT, 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 32 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 M198 VCT registered?

M198 VCT is a 1994 Jaguar Xjs, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M198 VCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M198 VCT shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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