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DGH 794S

1977 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

56,262 mi
Last recorded56,262 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2017
Typical for 1977 Jaguar Xj57,975 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGH 794S
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2017 56,262 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 56,244 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 56,180 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 56,132 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 56,063 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 56,010 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 56,009 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 55,982 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 55,817 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 55,486 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 55,230 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 54,876 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 54,727 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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DGH 794S is a 1977 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1977 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 57,975 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 DGH 794S, 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 49 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 DGH 794S registered?

DGH 794S is a 1977 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 November 1977.

Is DGH 794S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGH 794S shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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