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TVP 971Y

1983 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

159,048 mi
Last recorded159,048 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2018
Typical for 1983 Jaguar Xj74,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVP 971Y
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2018 159,048 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 159,041 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 155,114 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2017 155,114 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 152,598 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 148,243 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 145,192 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 145,191 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 141,739 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 141,739 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 138,914 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 134,532 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 130,893 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 125,667 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 121,534 miles

slight play in all wheel bearings

Pass 6 Mar 2007 116,659 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 112,708 miles

Hand brake performance low

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Off side font tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

coolant leaking

oil leak

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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TVP 971Y is a 1983 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1983 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 74,668 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 TVP 971Y, 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 43 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 TVP 971Y registered?

TVP 971Y is a 1983 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 18 May 1983.

Is TVP 971Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVP 971Y shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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