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VFJ 304S

1977 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 3442cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,059 mi
Last recorded90,059 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2007
Typical for 1977 Jaguar Xj57,975 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFJ 304S
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,442cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2007 90,059 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 88,483 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Mar 2006 88,483 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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VFJ 304S is a 1977 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 3,442cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 VFJ 304S, 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

How do I check the history of VFJ 304S?

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What year was VFJ 304S registered?

VFJ 304S is a 1977 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is VFJ 304S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFJ 304S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VFJ 304S have outstanding finance?

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