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VPC 801S

1978 Jaguar Xj

White Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

64,504 mi
Last recorded64,504 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2017
Typical for 1978 Jaguar Xj42,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPC 801S
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 18 Apr 2017 64,504 miles

Brake pad(s) locking device missing r clips in front retaining pins missing (3.5.1l)

Emissions not tested excessive smoke and fast idle (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (7.1.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Inner Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear mount (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint at rack (2.3.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front mount total failure (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear mount total failure (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

both front tyres have flat spots

brake flexis in poor condition

brake pipes rusty

corrosion around nearside front jacking point

corrosion to nearside front inner arch

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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VPC 801S is a 1978 Jaguar Xj in White with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 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 VPC 801S, 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.

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What year was VPC 801S registered?

VPC 801S is a 1978 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 20 January 1978.

Is VPC 801S safe to buy?

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