CarVerify

Free Car Check

855 AHW

1982 Jaguar Xj

Bronze Petrol 4235cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

26,542 mi
Last recorded26,542 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2021
Typical for 1982 Jaguar Xj62,738 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Jaguar
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

Registration855 AHW
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1982
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2021 26,542 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 26,458 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 26,441 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 26,395 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 26,393 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 26,340 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 26,339 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2008 26,339 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Fail 17 Jan 2007 26,070 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Jan 2007 26,070 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 26,002 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
Full Jaguar Xj reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

855 AHW is a 1982 Jaguar Xj in Bronze with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1982 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 62,738 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 855 AHW, 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 44 years old, this Jaguar Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 855 AHW?

You can check the full history of 855 AHW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was 855 AHW registered?

855 AHW is a 1982 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 13 October 1982.

Is 855 AHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 855 AHW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 855 AHW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on 855 AHW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.