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ARE 656S

1978 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

599 mi
Last recorded599 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2017
Typical for 1978 Jaguar Xj42,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARE 656S
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2017 599 miles

O/S/FUpper suspention arm has play in the front bush

slight blow on exhaust

Pass 13 Jan 2016 583 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 101 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 101 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 79,976 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 79,966 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 14 Jun 2011 79,964 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 14 Aug 2009 79,958 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 79,925 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 79,925 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Aug 2007 79,925 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 77,752 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 77,450 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

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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ARE 656S is a 1978 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1978 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 42,840 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 ARE 656S, 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 48 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 ARE 656S?

You can check the full history of ARE 656S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was ARE 656S registered?

ARE 656S is a 1978 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 June 1978.

Is ARE 656S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARE 656S shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ARE 656S have outstanding finance?

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