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FLC 261Y

1982 Jaguar Xj

Bronze Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

86,759 mi
Last recorded86,759 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2011
Typical for 1982 Jaguar Xj62,738 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLC 261Y
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1982
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2011 86,759 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 86,749 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jun 2010 86,698 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 86,698 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 May 2008 86,297 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 86,101 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 85,778 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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FLC 261Y is a 1982 Jaguar Xj in Bronze with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1982 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 62,738 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 FLC 261Y, 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 44 years old, this Jaguar Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FLC 261Y registered?

FLC 261Y is a 1982 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is FLC 261Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLC 261Y shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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