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540 GPF

1980 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2010
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,745 mi
Last recorded81,745 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2009
Typical for 1980 Jaguar Xj45,528 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration540 GPF
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2009 81,745 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 81,722 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 81,702 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 81,692 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 81,690 miles

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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540 GPF is a 1980 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 45,528 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 540 GPF, 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 46 years old, this Jaguar Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 540 GPF registered?

540 GPF is a 1980 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is 540 GPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 540 GPF shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 540 GPF have outstanding finance?

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