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DNW 670T

1978 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

74,991 mi
Last recorded74,991 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2023
Typical for 1978 Jaguar Xj42,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNW 670T
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2023 74,991 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 71,440 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 70,500 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 69,567 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 69,493 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 69,068 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 18 Aug 2010 67,339 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 66,656 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 66,312 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 66,027 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 65,881 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 65,881 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2005 65,646 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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DNW 670T is a 1978 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DNW 670T, 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 DNW 670T?

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What year was DNW 670T registered?

DNW 670T is a 1978 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 10 November 1978.

Is DNW 670T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DNW 670T 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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