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DOV 970V

1980 Jaguar Xj

Green Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2023
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

39,169 mi
Last recorded39,169 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2022
Typical for 1980 Jaguar Xj45,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOV 970V
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2022 39,169 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2022 39,169 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2020 39,149 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 39,130 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2016 39,110 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2015 39,099 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 39,036 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jun 2013 39,026 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2006 38,215 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 38,215 miles

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

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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DOV 970V is a 1980 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1980 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 45,528 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DOV 970V, 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 46 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 DOV 970V?

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What year was DOV 970V registered?

DOV 970V is a 1980 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 6 February 1980.

Is DOV 970V safe to buy?

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