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AKG 980L

1972 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

59,730 mi
Last recorded59,730 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2020
Typical for 1972 Jaguar Xj39,556 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKG 980L
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1972
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2020 59,730 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2020 59,730 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 58,413 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 57,563 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 57,471 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 57,199 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 57,197 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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AKG 980L is a 1972 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1972 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 39,556 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 AKG 980L, 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 54 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 AKG 980L registered?

AKG 980L is a 1972 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 3 August 1972.

Is AKG 980L safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKG 980L shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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