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RDN 597T

1979 Jaguar Xj

Silver Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,192 mi
Last recorded55,192 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2018
Typical for 1979 Jaguar Xj45,573 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDN 597T
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2018 55,192 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 54,871 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 54,660 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 54,346 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 54,102 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 53,796 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 53,537 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

steering rack bushes slightly worn

Pass 23 May 2011 53,323 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 52,755 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 52,480 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 52,156 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 51,494 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 51,135 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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RDN 597T is a 1979 Jaguar Xj in Silver with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 45,573 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 RDN 597T, 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 47 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 RDN 597T?

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What year was RDN 597T registered?

RDN 597T is a 1979 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 16 May 1979.

Is RDN 597T safe to buy?

The MOT history for RDN 597T shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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