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NDB 96W

1985 Jaguar Xjs

Grey Petrol 3590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

104,007 mi
Last recorded104,007 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2022
Typical for 1985 Jaguar Xjs84,081 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNDB 96W
MakeJaguar
ModelXjs
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,590cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2022 104,007 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 103,661 miles

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2021 103,651 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

nearside indicator wing repeater not working

Pass 12 Jun 2018 103,613 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 102,941 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 102,918 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 102,858 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 102,369 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 102,339 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 102,329 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 102,319 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 102,319 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 102,088 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 101,990 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 101,886 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 101,886 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 101,098 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 100,754 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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NDB 96W is a 1985 Jaguar Xjs in Grey with a 3,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1985 Jaguar Xjs models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 84,081 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 NDB 96W, 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 41 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 NDB 96W registered?

NDB 96W is a 1985 Jaguar Xjs, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is NDB 96W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NDB 96W shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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