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RRG 588S

1977 Jaguar Xj

Green Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

93,045 mi
Last recorded93,045 miles
Recorded on29 May 2020
Typical for 1977 Jaguar Xj57,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRG 588S
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Fail 29 May 2020 93,045 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 92,566 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 92,011 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 90,940 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 89,499 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 88,487 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 87,188 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 86,195 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 85,164 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 83,764 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 82,540 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 79,407 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 78,207 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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RRG 588S is a 1977 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RRG 588S, 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

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What year was RRG 588S registered?

RRG 588S is a 1977 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 October 1977.

Is RRG 588S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRG 588S shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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