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DSX 954S

1978 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15 mi
Last recorded15 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2009
Typical for 1978 Jaguar Xj42,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSX 954S
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2009 15 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 3 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 3 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 3 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Mar 2006 3 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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DSX 954S is a 1978 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DSX 954S, 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 DSX 954S?

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What year was DSX 954S registered?

DSX 954S is a 1978 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 21 April 1978.

Is DSX 954S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSX 954S shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DSX 954S have outstanding finance?

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