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DKO 979Y

1982 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 3442cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2011
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,888 mi
Last recorded68,888 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2010
Typical for 1982 Jaguar Xj62,738 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKO 979Y
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,442cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 29 Mar 2010 68,888 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 70,039 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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DKO 979Y is a 1982 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 3,442cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 62,738 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 DKO 979Y, 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 44 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 DKO 979Y?

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What year was DKO 979Y registered?

DKO 979Y is a 1982 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 8 November 1982.

Is DKO 979Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKO 979Y 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 DKO 979Y have outstanding finance?

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