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VSL 997

1989 Jaguar Xk

Blue Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,578 mi
Last recorded3,578 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2011
Typical for 1989 Jaguar Xk27,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSL 997
MakeJaguar
ModelXk
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 24 Jun 2011 3,578 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 3,578 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 2,832 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 2,157 miles

corrosion to chassis advise att

Pass 15 Jun 2007 1,643 miles

Coolant hoses perishing due to oil contamination

Engine mount deteriorating due to oil contamination

Front Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Oil leak

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 99,643 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

general corrosion to underside of vehicle

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 997 is a 1989 Jaguar Xk in Blue with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Jaguar Xk models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 27,862 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 997, 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 37 years old, this Jaguar Xk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VSL 997 registered?

VSL 997 is a 1989 Jaguar Xk, first registered on 16 November 1989.

Is VSL 997 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSL 997 shows 6 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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