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UDU 779

1957 Jaguar 2.4/240

Grey Petrol 2483cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,136 mi
Last recorded68,136 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUDU 779
MakeJaguar
Model2.4/240
Year1957
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,483cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2012 68,136 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 68,000 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 1,314 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 1,306 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake hose contamated with oil advise change

How Reliable is the Jaguar 2.4/240?

Based on 5,411 MOT tests across 635 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
265
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
635
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 190
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 168
Stop lamp not working 132
brake binding 123
parking brake recording little or no effort 77
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UDU 779 is a 1957 Jaguar 2.4/240 in Grey with a 2,483cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Jaguar 2.4/240 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 190 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UDU 779, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar 2.4/240 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 69 years old, this Jaguar 2.4/240 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UDU 779?

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What year was UDU 779 registered?

UDU 779 is a 1957 Jaguar 2.4/240, first registered on 19 July 1957.

Is UDU 779 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UDU 779 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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