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XBY 186F

1989 Jaguar 2.4/240

White Petrol 2484cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

94,771 mi
Last recorded94,771 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBY 186F
MakeJaguar
Model2.4/240
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,484cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 94,771 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 94,462 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 94,035 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 93,626 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 93,219 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 92,599 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 91,764 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 90,614 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 89,031 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 87,628 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Aug 2015 86,634 miles

Oil leak

nearside headlamp aim

windscreen washers weak

Fail 18 Jul 2014 85,863 miles

clutch slave cyl leak

diff pinion seal leak

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 85,863 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

clutch slave cyl leak

diff pinion seal leak

Pass 9 May 2013 85,955 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 84,771 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 84,700 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 84,569 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 84,476 miles

Radiator leaking coolant

Pass 9 Aug 2007 84,068 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 83,128 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar 2.4/240?

Based on 5,411 MOT tests across 635 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
265
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
635
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 190
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 168
Stop lamp not working 132
brake binding 123
parking brake recording little or no effort 77
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XBY 186F is a 1989 Jaguar 2.4/240 in White with a 2,484cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

The most common reason a Jaguar 2.4/240 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 190 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XBY 186F, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar 2.4/240 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 37 years old, this Jaguar 2.4/240 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XBY 186F?

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What year was XBY 186F registered?

XBY 186F is a 1989 Jaguar 2.4/240, first registered on 1 September 1989.

Is XBY 186F safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBY 186F shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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