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A12 DBN

1983 Jaguar Xj

Green Petrol 5345cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,924 mi
Last recorded123,924 miles
Recorded on24 May 2014
Typical for 1983 Jaguar Xj74,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 DBN
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,345cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2014 123,924 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 121,449 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 120,184 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 120,168 miles

Front Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s front tyre starting to crack

small fluid loss from o/s rear caliper

Pass 23 Mar 2011 118,497 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 117,504 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 117,502 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 116,960 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 116,262 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2007 116,262 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 116,137 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2006 116,106 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

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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A12 DBN is a 1983 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 5,345cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 A12 DBN, 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

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What year was A12 DBN registered?

A12 DBN is a 1983 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 10 November 1983.

Is A12 DBN safe to buy?

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