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PDE 970S

1977 Jaguar Xj

Brown Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,012 mi
Last recorded53,012 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 1977 Jaguar Xj57,975 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDE 970S
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1977
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2025 53,012 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 52,739 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 52,729 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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PDE 970S is a 1977 Jaguar Xj in Brown with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 57,975 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 PDE 970S, 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 49 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 PDE 970S?

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What year was PDE 970S registered?

PDE 970S is a 1977 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 22 August 1977.

Is PDE 970S safe to buy?

The MOT history for PDE 970S 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 PDE 970S have outstanding finance?

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