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EYC 502T

1978 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2024
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

89,352 mi
Last recorded89,352 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2023
Typical for 1978 Jaguar Xj42,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEYC 502T
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2023 89,352 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2023 89,342 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2018 89,136 miles

FRONT COIL SPRINGS RUSTY...

OFFSIDE FRONT LOWER BUMP STOP LOOSE...

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage AROUND STEERING RACK AREA... (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 31 Oct 2018 89,136 miles

FRONT COIL SPRINGS RUSTY...

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

OFFSIDE FRONT LOWER BUMP STOP LOOSE...

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage AROUND STEERING RACK AREA... (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 89,132 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage to rack (2.3.3b)

Rear coil spring corroded n/s + o/s (2.4.C.1b)

o/s/f suspension bump stop insecure

Fail 20 Jul 2017 89,113 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage to rack (2.3.3b)

Rear coil spring corroded n/s + o/s (2.4.C.1b)

o/s/f suspension bump stop insecure

Pass 28 Apr 2016 89,037 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 89,014 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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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EYC 502T is a 1978 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 EYC 502T, 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 EYC 502T registered?

EYC 502T is a 1978 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 3 October 1978.

Is EYC 502T safe to buy?

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