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HGJ 644T

1979 Jaguar Xj

White Petrol 3442cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

6,503 mi
Last recorded6,503 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2019
Typical for 1979 Jaguar Xj45,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGJ 644T
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,442cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2019 6,503 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 6,431 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 6,342 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 6,260 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 6,129 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 5,966 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 5,236 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

vehicle undersealed

Pass 9 Oct 2012 4,272 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 3,896 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 3,211 miles

slight weepage from steering rack or pipes offside.

Pass 2 Nov 2009 2,240 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 2,240 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

head light switch stiff in operation

Pass 4 Dec 2008 1,818 miles

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 3 Dec 2008 1,818 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 630 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 99,847 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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HGJ 644T is a 1979 Jaguar Xj in White with a 3,442cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1979 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 45,573 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 HGJ 644T, 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 47 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 HGJ 644T registered?

HGJ 644T is a 1979 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 7 March 1979.

Is HGJ 644T safe to buy?

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