MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
74,953 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced and offside (1.7.5a)
Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside rear (3.5.1i)
bump stops loose in front springs
slight movement in steering column top bearing
slight movement in steering rack mounting bushes
Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam and offside (1.7.5a)
Nearside Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working and offside (1.1.C.1d)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside rear (3.5.1i)
Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
bump stops loose in front springs
slight movement in steering rack mounting bushes
Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Front position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Electrical wiring insecure gearbox (1.9.2a)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Headlamp not working on main beam both (1.7.5a)
Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Speedometer clearly inoperative (6.7.2)
How Reliable is the Jaguar Xj?
Based on 909,077 MOT tests across 81,250 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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SJJ 747S is a 1978 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.
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 SJJ 747S, 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.
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What year was SJJ 747S registered?
SJJ 747S is a 1978 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 February 1978.
Is SJJ 747S safe to buy?
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