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VKO 787S

1977 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

52,126 mi
Last recorded52,126 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2017
Typical for 1977 Jaguar Xj57,975 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKO 787S
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2017 52,126 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 52,102 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 51,506 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 51,056 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 51,056 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 50,980 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 50,896 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2010 50,896 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 50,743 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 50,676 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2007 50,325 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 50,122 miles
Pass 27 May 2005 49,452 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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VKO 787S is a 1977 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VKO 787S, 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 VKO 787S?

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What year was VKO 787S registered?

VKO 787S is a 1977 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 5 November 1977.

Is VKO 787S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VKO 787S shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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