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XBX 7

1988 Jaguar Xjr

Blue Petrol 3590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

100,391 mi
Last recorded100,391 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2016
Typical for 1988 Jaguar Xjr64,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBX 7
MakeJaguar
ModelXjr
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,590cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 Nov 2016 100,391 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 99,534 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 99,534 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 95,971 miles

Bonnet struts are weak and do not support the weight of the bonnet

Oil leak

Pass 26 Nov 2013 95,053 miles

Bonnet struts are defective

Offside registration plate lamp deteriorated but light output not reduced

Oil leak

Pass 14 Oct 2011 93,296 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 93,296 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2010 92,322 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 92,301 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 92,241 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 92,218 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2006 92,092 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

bonnet struts defective

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xjr?

Based on 83,224 MOT tests across 6,293 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
2,952
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,293
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,708
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,269
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,231
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 997
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 918
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XBX 7 is a 1988 Jaguar Xjr in Blue with a 3,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Jaguar Xjr models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 64,216 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 Xjr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,708 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XBX 7, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xjr typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 38 years old, this Jaguar Xjr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XBX 7 registered?

XBX 7 is a 1988 Jaguar Xjr, first registered on 1 October 1988.

Is XBX 7 safe to buy?

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