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FVX 140Y

1982 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3442cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

76,342 mi
Last recorded76,342 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2015
Typical for 1982 Jaguar Xj62,738 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVX 140Y
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,442cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2015 76,342 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 76,340 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 73,585 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 73,526 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 72,748 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 71,654 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 70,605 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 70,489 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 70,467 miles

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

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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FVX 140Y is a 1982 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,442cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 FVX 140Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FVX 140Y?

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What year was FVX 140Y registered?

FVX 140Y is a 1982 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 2 September 1982.

Is FVX 140Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVX 140Y shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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