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VKL 999S

1977 Jaguar Xj

Yellow Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,985 mi
Last recorded56,985 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1977 Jaguar Xj57,975 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKL 999S
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 4 Nov 2025 56,985 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 57,883 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 48,725 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 48,335 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 48,225 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 48,054 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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VKL 999S is a 1977 Jaguar Xj in Yellow with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 VKL 999S, 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 VKL 999S?

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What year was VKL 999S registered?

VKL 999S is a 1977 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 25 October 1977.

Is VKL 999S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VKL 999S 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 VKL 999S have outstanding finance?

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