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C872 BJD

1985 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

74,344 mi
Last recorded74,344 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2021
Typical for 1985 Jaguar Xj78,881 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC872 BJD
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2021 74,344 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 74,293 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Rear Body has slight corrosion both asides (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 74,067 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 76,184 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 72,763 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 72,633 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 72,358 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 71,637 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 71,637 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 69,732 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 64,504 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2006 63,292 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 19 Sep 2006 63,244 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (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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C872 BJD is a 1985 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 C872 BJD, 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 C872 BJD registered?

C872 BJD is a 1985 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 17 September 1985.

Is C872 BJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C872 BJD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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