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NYW 499Y

1983 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,301 mi
Last recorded134,301 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2022
Typical for 1983 Jaguar Xj74,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNYW 499Y
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2022 134,301 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 134,212 miles

slight play in steering column top bush

Pass 9 Apr 2014 133,930 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 133,930 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 133,687 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 133,687 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 133,017 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 129,798 miles

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Fail 10 Feb 2009 129,794 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 125,858 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 120,973 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 118,962 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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NYW 499Y is a 1983 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 74,668 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 NYW 499Y, 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 43 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 NYW 499Y registered?

NYW 499Y is a 1983 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 25 April 1983.

Is NYW 499Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for NYW 499Y shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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