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B505 XJX

1985 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

113,732 mi
Last recorded113,732 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2017
Typical for 1985 Jaguar Xj78,881 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB505 XJX
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2017 113,732 miles

underbody slight corrosion

Pass 25 Jun 2014 113,475 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 113,149 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 113,146 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2011 112,886 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 112,105 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 111,152 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 27 May 2008 110,574 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2007 109,966 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 108,875 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2005 108,680 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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B505 XJX is a 1985 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1985 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 78,881 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 B505 XJX, 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 41 years old, this Jaguar Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B505 XJX registered?

B505 XJX is a 1985 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 2 January 1985.

Is B505 XJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B505 XJX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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