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HDA 878J

1971 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

40,920 mi
Last recorded40,920 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 1971 Jaguar Xj43,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHDA 878J
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1971
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 40,920 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 40,741 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 40,144 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 39,818 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 39,745 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 39,310 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 38,449 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 37,784 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 37,055 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 36,961 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Inner Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Outer Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 36,822 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 36,547 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 36,007 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 35,626 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 34,689 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 34,686 miles

Front Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Track rod end damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Track rod end damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

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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HDA 878J is a 1971 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1971 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 43,772 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 HDA 878J, 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 55 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 HDA 878J registered?

HDA 878J is a 1971 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 17 June 1971.

Is HDA 878J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HDA 878J shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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