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XJI 8372

1989 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 2919cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

27,974 mi
Last recorded27,974 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2019
Typical for 1989 Jaguar Xj98,076 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJI 8372
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,919cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2019 27,974 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under the vehicle has corroded

Pass 12 Jan 2017 23,432 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Oil leak ()

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 12 Dec 2016 22,736 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by damage Lamp (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

NSF tyre has cuts in the outer wall

OSR tyre worn on inner edge - ADVISE REPLACE

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 15,982 miles

NSF tyre has cuts in the outer wall

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Slight play in inner stering rack joints

Pass 28 Aug 2014 5,837 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 26 Aug 2014 5,835 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 623 miles

bulb failure light on dash faulty

general surface rust front and rear suspension

n/s/f tyre cracking

Pass 25 Aug 2011 8 miles

General surface corrosion and rust car has been standing for long time

N/S/F tyre wear edges close to limits .

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Slight play n/s and o/s/r wheels

Warning lights on at dash but no fault found at mot

Pass 27 Mar 2009 23,035 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 23,010 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front discs and pads close to limits car standing .

Rear brake pads close to limits car standing

Surface corrosion front and rear springs o/k at m/o/t .

Surface corrosion front and rear suspension parts and body work .

Warning light on at dash lights o/k at m/o/t .

Pass 6 Aug 2007 22,474 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 22,472 miles

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

slight staines power steering tank

Pass 28 Jun 2006 20,655 miles

both front lower suspension arms corroded

both rear suspension coil springs corroded

front sub frame corroded

rear exhaust corroded

slight judder on the front brakes

slight play in both rear hubs

Fail 23 Jun 2006 20,643 miles

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

both front lower suspension arms corroded

both rear coil springs corroded

front sub frame corroded

rear exhaust corroded

slight judder on the front brakes

slight play in both rear hubs

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 8372 is a 1989 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 2,919cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 8372, 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.

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XJI 8372 is a 1989 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 August 1989.

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