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NTS 816

1979 Jaguar Mk II

Green Petrol 3781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

20,973 mi
Last recorded20,973 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2017
Typical for 1979 Jaguar Mk II18,208 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNTS 816
MakeJaguar
ModelMk II
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2017 20,973 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 20,735 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 20,297 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 19,292 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 18,024 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 17,445 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 17,236 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 16,972 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 16,287 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 16,281 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2008 15,882 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 15,882 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 15,646 miles

some brake judder near side front

Pass 19 Sep 2006 15,276 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

may have very slight rear brake judder not apparent in roller brake meter but felt on road test.

Pass 13 Oct 2005 14,307 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Mk II?

Based on 22,000 MOT tests across 2,487 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
2,487
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 847
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 496
Stop lamp not working 428
brake binding 342
Horn not working 233
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NTS 816 is a 1979 Jaguar Mk II in Green with a 3,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1979 Jaguar Mk II models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 18,208 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 Mk II fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 847 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NTS 816, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Mk II typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 47 years old, this Jaguar Mk II is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NTS 816?

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What year was NTS 816 registered?

NTS 816 is a 1979 Jaguar Mk II, first registered on 1 December 1979.

Is NTS 816 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NTS 816 shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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