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BHJ 468S

1978 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 5993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,401 mi
Last recorded52,401 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2012
Typical for 1978 Jaguar Xj42,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHJ 468S
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Jun 2012 52,401 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 52,401 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 50,991 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 49,926 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 49,926 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 49,926 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 49,926 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 49,926 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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BHJ 468S is a 1978 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 5,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 BHJ 468S, 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

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What year was BHJ 468S registered?

BHJ 468S is a 1978 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is BHJ 468S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHJ 468S shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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