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YSU 740

1990 Jaguar Xk

Yellow Petrol 3442cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1 mi
Last recorded1 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1990 Jaguar Xk40,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSU 740
MakeJaguar
ModelXk
Year1990
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,442cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 1 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2020 1 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake excessively binding Both rear (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both rear (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 13 Jun 2006 1 miles

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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YSU 740 is a 1990 Jaguar Xk in Yellow with a 3,442cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Jaguar Xk models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 40,808 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 YSU 740, 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 36 years old, this Jaguar Xk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YSU 740?

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What year was YSU 740 registered?

YSU 740 is a 1990 Jaguar Xk, first registered on 4 May 1990.

Is YSU 740 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSU 740 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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