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DHJ 987K

1972 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

6,965 mi
Last recorded6,965 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2016
Typical for 1972 Jaguar Xj39,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHJ 987K
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2016 6,965 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 5,348 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 3,718 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 47,842 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 7,800 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 5,039 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 20 Jun 2011 5,039 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

n/s front suspension bump stop detached

Pass 17 Jun 2010 98,846 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 94,458 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 89,942 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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DHJ 987K is a 1972 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1972 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 39,556 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 DHJ 987K, 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 54 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 DHJ 987K registered?

DHJ 987K is a 1972 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 14 June 1972.

Is DHJ 987K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHJ 987K shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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