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VMD 962S

1978 Jaguar Xj

Green Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,277 mi
Last recorded40,277 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2007
Typical for 1978 Jaguar Xj42,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMD 962S
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 28 Nov 2007 40,277 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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VMD 962S is a 1978 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 42,840 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 VMD 962S, 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 48 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 VMD 962S?

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What year was VMD 962S registered?

VMD 962S is a 1978 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 25 May 1978.

Is VMD 962S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMD 962S shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VMD 962S have outstanding finance?

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