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D233 XJB

1987 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2020
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,103 mi
Last recorded32,103 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2019
Typical for 1987 Jaguar Xj82,138 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD233 XJB
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,590cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2019 32,103 miles

offside front dim/dip bulb intermittant

Fail 23 Dec 2019 32,103 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 32,099 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

both front shocker gaiters insecure

both steering rack gaiters partly insecure

nearside door mirror glass taped into position

Fail 29 Nov 2018 32,098 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

both front shocker gaiters insecure

both steering rack gaiters partly insecure

nearside door mirror glass taped into position

Pass 20 Nov 2017 32,096 miles

both front shocker gaiter stops fallen apart

nearside door mirror glass taped in position

offside front brake binding slightly

Pass 1 Dec 2016 32,093 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front door mirror damaged

Fail 30 Nov 2016 32,093 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front door mirror damaged

Pass 14 Nov 2015 31,961 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

passenger door mirror taped up

Pass 15 Dec 2005 31,780 miles

N/S Door Mirror Glass Cracked and Loose

N/S/F Shocker Boot Cover Split (Adrift)

O/S/F Shocker Boot Cover Split

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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D233 XJB is a 1987 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 82,138 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 D233 XJB, 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 39 years old, this Jaguar Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D233 XJB?

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What year was D233 XJB registered?

D233 XJB is a 1987 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 26 February 1987.

Is D233 XJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for D233 XJB shows 9 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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