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DUA 619T

1978 Jaguar Xjs

Red Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

8,486 mi
Last recorded8,486 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 1978 Jaguar Xjs62,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUA 619T
MakeJaguar
ModelXjs
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 8,486 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2020 8,303 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 8,195 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 7,812 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 7,761 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 7,743 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 67,404 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 4,788 miles

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rpm raised to 2000 to pass emmision

slight brake bind on n/s/f

slight play in both rear drive shafts

Pass 1 Jul 2008 4,788 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

headlights go off when front fog light is switched on

Fail 25 Jun 2008 4,787 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 4,763 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xjs?

Based on 127,020 MOT tests across 12,009 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
540
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
12,009
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 5,735
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,722
brake binding 4,089
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,050
parking brake recording little or no effort 3,046
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DUA 619T is a 1978 Jaguar Xjs in Red with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1978 Jaguar Xjs models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 62,756 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xjs fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 5,735 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DUA 619T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xjs typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 48 years old, this Jaguar Xjs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DUA 619T?

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What year was DUA 619T registered?

DUA 619T is a 1978 Jaguar Xjs, first registered on 20 September 1978.

Is DUA 619T safe to buy?

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