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GBH 2C

1978 Jaguar Xj

Yellow Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2019
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,990 mi
Last recorded32,990 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 Jaguar Xj42,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBH 2C
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2018 32,990 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 29,520 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 25,646 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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GBH 2C is a 1978 Jaguar Xj in Yellow with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 GBH 2C, 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

How do I check the history of GBH 2C?

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What year was GBH 2C registered?

GBH 2C is a 1978 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 16 March 1978.

Is GBH 2C safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBH 2C shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GBH 2C have outstanding finance?

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