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C228 SHC

1986 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

127,965 mi
Last recorded127,965 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2007
Typical for 1986 Jaguar Xj83,124 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC228 SHC
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2007 127,965 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 125,219 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 125,216 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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C228 SHC is a 1986 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 83,124 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 C228 SHC, 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 40 years old, this Jaguar Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of C228 SHC?

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What year was C228 SHC registered?

C228 SHC is a 1986 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C228 SHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C228 SHC shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C228 SHC have outstanding finance?

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