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LNU 4W

1980 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2011
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

102,990 mi
Last recorded102,990 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2010
Typical for 1980 Jaguar Xj45,528 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLNU 4W
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2010 102,990 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 102,969 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 3 Jan 2008 102,943 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2007 102,188 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2007 102,188 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

n/s rear brake disc smaller diameter than o/s

Fail 24 Oct 2006 102,188 miles

Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Mechanical brake component locking device missing (3.5.1l)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s rear brake disc a smaller diameter than o/s

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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LNU 4W is a 1980 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 45,528 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LNU 4W, 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 46 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 LNU 4W registered?

LNU 4W is a 1980 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is LNU 4W safe to buy?

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