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JAGUAR XJS MOT Pass Rate

81.9% of 1,360 JAGUAR XJS MOT tests pass.

At 81.9%, The XJS passes slightly less often than the average across all JAGUAR models (84.1%).

The JAGUAR XJS has a pass rate of 81.9%, a little higher than the national average for cars (78.3%).

Pass rate by vehicle age

Pass rate by vehicle age band0–3 yearsn/a3–6 yearsn/a6–10 yearsn/a10–15 yearsn/a15+ years81.9%
JAGUAR XJS pass rate and average mileage by vehicle age band
Vehicle agePass rateTestsAverage mileage
0–3 yearsno tests recorded0no reading
3–6 yearsno tests recorded0no reading
6–10 yearsno tests recorded0no reading
10–15 yearsno tests recorded0no reading
15+ years81.9%1,36085,883 miles

Common MOT failure reasons for the JAGUAR XJS

The most common reason the JAGUAR XJS fails its MOT is brakes — present in 71.4% of failed tests, most often logged as "excessively binding".

Top MOT failure categories for the JAGUAR XJS
CategoryShare of failed testsExample
Brakes71.4%excessively binding
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment63.9%not working
Suspension45.4%pin or bush excessively worn
Visibility21.9%not working
Noise, emissions and leaks20.8%emissions hydrocarbon content excessive
Body, chassis, structure11.9%has a major leak of exhaust gases
Tyres8.6%has ply or cords exposed
Steering6.7%gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt
Identification of the vehicle2.2%does not conform to the specified requirements
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems1.5%prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced

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