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JWL 3F

1982 Jaguar 420

Gold Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

34,924 mi
Last recorded34,924 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJWL 3F
MakeJaguar
Model420
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 34,924 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 34,129 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 33,305 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2022 32,297 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 30,363 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 30,060 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 29,503 miles

Front nearside and offside wiper arms slight play

Fail 6 Apr 2017 29,476 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust silencer joints (4) - blow (7.1.2)

Central Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Rear Fuel pipe union leaking carburettor bowl feed pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Front nearside and offside wiper arms slight play

Pass 8 Dec 2015 29,279 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar 420?

Based on 2,524 MOT tests across 323 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
308
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
323
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 101
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 73
Headlamp not working on main beam 57
Stop lamp not working 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 47
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JWL 3F is a 1982 Jaguar 420 in Gold with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

The most common reason a Jaguar 420 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JWL 3F, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar 420 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 44 years old, this Jaguar 420 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JWL 3F registered?

JWL 3F is a 1982 Jaguar 420, first registered on 1 September 1982.

Is JWL 3F safe to buy?

The MOT history for JWL 3F 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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