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DPJ 937T

1978 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

70,885 mi
Last recorded70,885 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 1978 Jaguar Xj42,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPJ 937T
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 70,885 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 70,622 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 70,145 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 69,696 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 68,454 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 67,647 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 66,660 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear& over axle (1.1.11 (c))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 65,252 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 64,137 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 23 Sep 2017 64,126 miles

Fuel system component leaking n/s bank (7.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 63,102 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2016 63,092 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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DPJ 937T is a 1978 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DPJ 937T, 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

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What year was DPJ 937T registered?

DPJ 937T is a 1978 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 14 November 1978.

Is DPJ 937T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPJ 937T shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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