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XUL 288

1959 Jaguar Xk

Black Petrol 3442cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

97,934 mi
Last recorded97,934 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2019
Typical for 1959 Jaguar Xk39,527 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUL 288
MakeJaguar
ModelXk
Year1959
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,442cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2019 97,934 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 97,772 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2018 97,772 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 96,954 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 96,954 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Slight play in steering rack

Fail 12 Aug 2016 96,954 miles

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Slight play in steering rack

Pass 15 May 2015 96,954 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 96,954 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 96,954 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 96,954 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 96,950 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 96,950 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 96,950 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 96,364 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 96,234 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 96,185 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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XUL 288 is a 1959 Jaguar Xk in Black with a 3,442cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1959 Jaguar Xk models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 39,527 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 XUL 288, 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 67 years old, this Jaguar Xk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XUL 288 registered?

XUL 288 is a 1959 Jaguar Xk, first registered on 29 September 1959.

Is XUL 288 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XUL 288 shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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