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CYC 880S

1978 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,621 mi
Last recorded83,621 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2007
Typical for 1978 Jaguar Xj42,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYC 880S
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 21 Sep 2007 83,621 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

both rack bushes have slight play

oil leak around engine and gearbox

Pass 29 Jun 2006 82,852 miles

both rear inner flitches require attention soon

offside sill to floor requires attention soon

rear brake discs slightly corroded

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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CYC 880S is a 1978 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CYC 880S, 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

How do I check the history of CYC 880S?

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What year was CYC 880S registered?

CYC 880S is a 1978 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 8 June 1978.

Is CYC 880S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYC 880S shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CYC 880S have outstanding finance?

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