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BML 766T

1979 Jaguar Xj

White Petrol 3442cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

75,211 mi
Last recorded75,211 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1979 Jaguar Xj45,573 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBML 766T
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,442cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 75,211 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 74,860 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 74,576 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 74,466 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 74,256 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 73,876 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 73,416 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 73,187 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 72,765 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 72,486 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 72,285 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 72,106 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 71,913 miles
Fail 11 May 2013 71,877 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 May 2012 71,596 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 71,385 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 71,128 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 70,882 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 70,489 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 70,153 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2005 69,562 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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BML 766T is a 1979 Jaguar Xj in White with a 3,442cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 BML 766T, 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

How do I check the history of BML 766T?

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What year was BML 766T registered?

BML 766T is a 1979 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 11 May 1979.

Is BML 766T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BML 766T shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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