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A123 GVU

1983 Jaguar Xj

Bronze Petrol 3442cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

85,886 mi
Last recorded85,886 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2009
Typical for 1983 Jaguar Xj74,668 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Jaguar
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA123 GVU
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1983
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,442cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2009 85,886 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2009 85,886 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 26 Nov 2008 85,100 miles

ADVISE GEAR BOX LEAK????

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 85,100 miles

ADVISE GEAR BOX LEAK????

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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A123 GVU is a 1983 Jaguar Xj in Bronze with a 3,442cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 74,668 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A123 GVU, 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 43 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 A123 GVU?

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What year was A123 GVU registered?

A123 GVU is a 1983 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A123 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A123 GVU shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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