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XJI 1555

1989 Jaguar Xj

Green Petrol 3590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

122,858 mi
Last recorded122,858 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Jaguar Xj98,076 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJI 1555
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,590cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 122,858 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 118,473 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2025 118,473 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 8 Feb 2024 117,217 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 113,269 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 110,973 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 108,906 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 105,815 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 105,377 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 105,376 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xj?

Based on 909,077 MOT tests across 81,250 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
3,561
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
81,250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,485
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,052
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 12,020
Brake pipe excessively corroded 11,165
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 10,319
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XJI 1555 is a 1989 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 3,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 98,076 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34,485 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XJI 1555, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XJI 1555 registered?

XJI 1555 is a 1989 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is XJI 1555 safe to buy?

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