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OSU 986

1988 Jaguar Mk II

Black Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2023
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

4,884 mi
Last recorded4,884 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2022
Typical for 1988 Jaguar Mk II36,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSU 986
MakeJaguar
ModelMk II
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2022 4,884 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 4,769 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 4,607 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 4,421 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 4,243 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 3,887 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 3,460 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 2,838 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 2,370 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing low

play at steering wheel.

Pass 1 Oct 2013 2,368 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing low

Pass 8 Oct 2012 1,988 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Oct 2012 1,983 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 1,243 miles

O/S/Front tyre worn low on inner edge.

Pass 23 Sep 2010 1,047 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

long travel on handbrake

Pass 23 Sep 2009 220 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing low on inner edge,long travel on han dbrake,play in steering wheel.

Pass 24 Sep 2008 99,370 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 99,095 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 25 Sep 2007 99,094 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 97,876 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Sep 2005 95,913 miles

evadence of play in steering box

How Reliable is the Jaguar Mk II?

Based on 22,000 MOT tests across 2,487 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
2,487
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 847
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 496
Stop lamp not working 428
brake binding 342
Horn not working 233
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OSU 986 is a 1988 Jaguar Mk II in Black with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1988 Jaguar Mk II models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 36,104 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Mk II fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 847 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OSU 986, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Mk II typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 38 years old, this Jaguar Mk II is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OSU 986?

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What year was OSU 986 registered?

OSU 986 is a 1988 Jaguar Mk II, first registered on 1 November 1988.

Is OSU 986 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OSU 986 shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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