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TYM 975S

1978 Jaguar Xj

White Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2014
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,000 mi
Last recorded35,000 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2013
Typical for 1978 Jaguar Xj42,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTYM 975S
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 13 Feb 2013 35,000 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 35,417 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 35,063 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 34,545 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 34,110 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 33,363 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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TYM 975S is a 1978 Jaguar Xj in White with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 TYM 975S, 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

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What year was TYM 975S registered?

TYM 975S is a 1978 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 16 January 1978.

Is TYM 975S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TYM 975S shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TYM 975S have outstanding finance?

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