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ETV 620V

1979 Jaguar Xj

White Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,024 mi
Last recorded28,024 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2017
Typical for 1979 Jaguar Xj45,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETV 620V
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 22 Apr 2017 28,024 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 28,009 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 27,852 miles

advise small leak on power steering also slight play in power steering bush

Pass 30 Jul 2011 27,711 miles

advise small oil leak on power steering nd some play in steering retaining bushes.rear hand brakes only just passed sugest using hand brake more being automatic dont just leave it in park.

Pass 15 May 2010 27,286 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2009 27,214 miles

slight fluid seepage fromsteering pipe joint

slight rack bush

Pass 9 Oct 2006 23,751 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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ETV 620V is a 1979 Jaguar Xj in White with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 45,573 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 ETV 620V, 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 47 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 ETV 620V registered?

ETV 620V is a 1979 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 7 August 1979.

Is ETV 620V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETV 620V shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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