1992 Jaguar XJS 4.0L Petrol · K685 FUA
1992 Jaguar XJS (4.0L, petrol). First registered 10 Sept 1992. Recorded mileage 131,830 miles. MOT expired on 24 Jul 2025.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJS
- Year / Origin
- 1992 · Borehamwood
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Jul 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 131,830 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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K685 FUA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 25/08/2025
- 131,830 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 17 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
K685 FUA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1992 Jaguar Xjs (K685 FUA) between October 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 25 August 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (11 issues), Brakes (9 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 22 advisory notices are 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: “Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front tyres below 1.6mm... 235/60r15 (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested bulb inoperative (4.1.2 (b))”; “Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side Both sides inoperative (1.4.1 (a))”.
K685 FUA Mileage History
- 25/10/2022130,501 mi
- 31/10/2022130,507 mi+6 mi
- 24/07/2024131,126 mi+619 mi
- 26/07/2024131,126 mi
- 25/08/2025131,830 mi+704 mi
Average of roughly 469 miles per year across 5 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: Poor
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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