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JFL 138D

1977 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,307 mi
Last recorded5,307 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1977 Jaguar Xj57,975 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJFL 138D
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2025 5,307 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 5,079 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 4,832 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 4,680 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 4,629 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 4,591 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 4,553 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 4,569 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 4,513 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 4,461 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 4,383 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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JFL 138D is a 1977 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 57,975 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 JFL 138D, 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 49 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 JFL 138D?

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What year was JFL 138D registered?

JFL 138D is a 1977 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is JFL 138D safe to buy?

The MOT history for JFL 138D shows 11 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 JFL 138D have outstanding finance?

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