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OCA 980P

1976 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2019
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,215 mi
Last recorded80,215 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2018
Typical for 1976 Jaguar Xj50,918 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOCA 980P
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2018 80,215 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 80,114 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 79,753 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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OCA 980P is a 1976 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 50,918 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 OCA 980P, 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 50 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 OCA 980P?

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What year was OCA 980P registered?

OCA 980P is a 1976 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 19 January 1976.

Is OCA 980P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OCA 980P shows 3 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 OCA 980P have outstanding finance?

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