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PEJ 44S

1978 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2024
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

58,442 mi
Last recorded58,442 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2023
Typical for 1978 Jaguar Xj42,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPEJ 44S
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2023 58,442 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 29 Sep 2023 58,442 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 58,338 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 57,865 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 24 Oct 2018 57,865 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 57,416 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 57,341 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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PEJ 44S is a 1978 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1978 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 42,840 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 PEJ 44S, 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 48 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 PEJ 44S?

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What year was PEJ 44S registered?

PEJ 44S is a 1978 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 13 March 1978.

Is PEJ 44S safe to buy?

The MOT history for PEJ 44S shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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