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VLM 647X

1981 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

59,818 mi
Last recorded59,818 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2021
Typical for 1981 Jaguar Xj57,919 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLM 647X
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Fail 19 Feb 2021 59,818 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 59,769 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2019 59,761 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 59,718 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 59,688 miles

Nearside Front wiper split

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from rack (2.3.3b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

oil leak from diff

Pass 14 Dec 2016 59,448 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 59,242 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 59,018 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 58,865 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

all four tyres perished & cracking

Pass 17 Dec 2012 58,515 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

steering rack rubber mmountings worn

Pass 12 Jan 2012 57,535 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Play in steering rack rubber mountings

Slight perishing on rear tyres

Pass 20 Apr 2010 57,430 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 57,318 miles

all tyres starting to perish/crack

rear # plate starting to delaminate

Pass 3 May 2008 57,182 miles

rear number plate starting to de-laminate.

Pass 15 May 2007 57,052 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 56,895 miles
Pass 21 May 2005 56,528 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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VLM 647X is a 1981 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1981 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 57,919 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 VLM 647X, 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 45 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 VLM 647X registered?

VLM 647X is a 1981 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 25 September 1981.

Is VLM 647X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLM 647X shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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