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SXI 400

1990 Jaguar Xjs

Blue Petrol 3590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2024
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

113,739 mi
Last recorded113,739 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2024
Typical for 1990 Jaguar Xjs78,062 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSXI 400
MakeJaguar
ModelXjs
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,590cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Jan 2024 113,739 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Upper wishbone (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Brake pedal (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Central Fuel pipe so insecure there is a risk of fire (6.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Next to trailing arm (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Next to trailing arm (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Front valance corroded

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 112,784 miles

Body corrosion to Offside front wing, Offside front jacking point, Offside sill and Offside rear wheel arch.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From manifold area when cold (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil rear shock absorber (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 showing signs of perishing with small cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Jan 2023 112,784 miles

Body corrosion to Offside front wing, Offside front jacking point, Offside sill and Offside rear wheel arch.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From manifold area when cold (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil rear shock absorber (5.3.2 (b))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 showing signs of perishing with small cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 109,664 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Shock absorber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Reverse lamp not working

Nearside seat not fitted at time of test

Fail 13 Nov 2021 109,663 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp does not face the rear (4.5.4 (a))

Nearside Reverse lamp not working

Nearside seat not fitted at time of test

Pass 22 Oct 2009 108,702 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 108,702 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

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

Oil leak

steering rack damp

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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SXI 400 is a 1990 Jaguar Xjs in Blue with a 3,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SXI 400, 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.

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What year was SXI 400 registered?

SXI 400 is a 1990 Jaguar Xjs, first registered on 16 February 1990.

Is SXI 400 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SXI 400 shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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