1989 Jaguar XJS 3.6L Petrol · F566 VVV
1989 Jaguar XJS (3.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Jan 1989. Recorded mileage 133,350 miles. MOT expired on 22 Jan 2011.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJS
- Year / Origin
- 1989 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Jan 2011
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Oct 2010)
- Recorded Mileage
- 133,350 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 3.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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F566 VVV Key Findings
- 8 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/01/2010
- 133,350 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
F566 VVV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
8 MOT tests are recorded for this 1989 Jaguar Xjs (F566 VVV) between December 2006 and January 2010.
The record contains 4 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 23 January 2010 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (5 issues), Bodywork (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)”; “Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)”; “Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)”.
F566 VVV Mileage History
- 05/12/2006128,814 mi
- 08/12/2006128,834 mi+20 mi
- 04/12/2007130,837 mi+2,003 mi
- 10/12/2007130,840 mi+3 mi
- 20/11/2008131,061 mi+221 mi
- 02/12/2008131,067 mi+6 mi
- 14/01/2010133,350 mi+2,283 mi
- 23/01/2010133,350 mi
Average of roughly 1,447 miles per year across 8 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Jaguar Jaguar XJS
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: JAGUAR XJS
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Inboard Rear Brake Caliper Seizure and Fluid Overheating(Serious)
Until mid-1993, all XJS models utilized inboard rear disc brakes mounted directly to the differential housing within the rear suspension subframe. Due to their close proximity to the hot differential and exhaust pipes, the brake calipers suffer from extreme heat soak, boiling brake fluid, and hardening hydraulic piston seals. Road grime and inaccessible location mean the calipers frequently seize, while differential output shaft oil leaks saturate the brake pads, causing severe brake fade, handbrake failure, and requiring a laborious complete rear subframe drop to repair.
- Marelli V12 Twin-Rotor Ignition Distributor Melt and Catalytic Fire Risk(Serious)
V12 models manufactured between 1989 and 1993 feature a Marelli digital electronic ignition system utilizing a single distributor with a two-tiered rotor arm firing each cylinder bank independently. If the rotor arm develops dielectric breakdown or the secondary coil fails, one entire 6-cylinder bank loses spark while the fuel injection continues spraying fuel. The raw unburnt petrol pours into the glowing hot catalytic converters, melting the ceramic substrate and creating an immediate, severe engine bay and underbody fire risk.
- Floorpan, Jacking Point, and Radius Arm Mount Corrosion(Serious)
The XJS bodyshell is susceptible to hidden corrosion, particularly on cars built before the 1994 introduction of full galvanization. Road spray and blocked scuttle drains trap moisture within the double-skinned floorpans, sills, and front chassis legs. The rear suspension radius arm forward mounting points on the floor are especially vulnerable; rust here weakens rear axle location, creating dangerous instability under heavy braking and cornering that results in immediate MOT failure.
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- Inboard Rear Brake Caliper Seizure and Fluid OverheatingSerious
Until mid-1993, all XJS models utilized inboard rear disc brakes mounted directly to the differential housing within the rear suspension subframe. Due to their close proximity to the hot differential and exhaust pipes, the brake calipers suffer from extreme heat soak, boiling brake fluid, and hardening hydraulic piston seals. Road grime and inaccessible location mean the calipers frequently seize, while differential output shaft oil leaks saturate the brake pads, causing severe brake fade, handbrake failure, and requiring a laborious complete rear subframe drop to repair.
- Marelli V12 Twin-Rotor Ignition Distributor Melt and Catalytic Fire RiskSerious
V12 models manufactured between 1989 and 1993 feature a Marelli digital electronic ignition system utilizing a single distributor with a two-tiered rotor arm firing each cylinder bank independently. If the rotor arm develops dielectric breakdown or the secondary coil fails, one entire 6-cylinder bank loses spark while the fuel injection continues spraying fuel. The raw unburnt petrol pours into the glowing hot catalytic converters, melting the ceramic substrate and creating an immediate, severe engine bay and underbody fire risk.
- Floorpan, Jacking Point, and Radius Arm Mount CorrosionSerious
The XJS bodyshell is susceptible to hidden corrosion, particularly on cars built before the 1994 introduction of full galvanization. Road spray and blocked scuttle drains trap moisture within the double-skinned floorpans, sills, and front chassis legs. The rear suspension radius arm forward mounting points on the floor are especially vulnerable; rust here weakens rear axle location, creating dangerous instability under heavy braking and cornering that results in immediate MOT failure.
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