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AHV 45T

1979 Jaguar Xj

Bronze Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

51,934 mi
Last recorded51,934 miles
Recorded on31 May 2014
Typical for 1979 Jaguar Xj45,573 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHV 45T
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1979
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2014 51,934 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 51,934 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Pass 31 May 2013 51,935 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 31 May 2013 51,934 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

acceleration pad damage

Pass 8 Sep 2009 51,934 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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AHV 45T is a 1979 Jaguar Xj in Bronze with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1979 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 45,573 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 AHV 45T, 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 47 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 AHV 45T registered?

AHV 45T is a 1979 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 April 1979.

Is AHV 45T safe to buy?

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