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VSL 411

1952 Jaguar Xk

Yellow Petrol 3442cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,483 mi
Last recorded19,483 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 1952 Jaguar Xk13,538 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSL 411
MakeJaguar
ModelXk
Year1952
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,442cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 19,483 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 8,102 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 8,101 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 99,811 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 96,215 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 96,183 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

slight play nearside front steering rack end

Pass 23 Sep 2006 94,009 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xk?

Based on 156,752 MOT tests across 11,610 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
2,593
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
11,610
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,872
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1,213
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 976
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 839
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 762
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VSL 411 is a 1952 Jaguar Xk in Yellow with a 3,442cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1952 Jaguar Xk models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 13,538 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 Xk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,872 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VSL 411, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xk typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 74 years old, this Jaguar Xk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VSL 411?

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What year was VSL 411 registered?

VSL 411 is a 1952 Jaguar Xk, first registered on 31 December 1952.

Is VSL 411 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSL 411 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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