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VUF 401

1977 Jaguar Xj

Silver Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2025
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,279 mi
Last recorded37,279 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2024
Typical for 1977 Jaguar Xj57,975 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVUF 401
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1977
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2024 37,279 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 36,992 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 36,894 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 36,648 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 36,460 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 35,505 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 35,042 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 33,054 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 30,508 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 27,484 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 24,502 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 21,864 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 20,237 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 18,427 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 15,582 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 12,387 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 7,495 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 3,961 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 1,390 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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VUF 401 is a 1977 Jaguar Xj in Silver with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 VUF 401, 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 VUF 401?

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What year was VUF 401 registered?

VUF 401 is a 1977 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 3 March 1977.

Is VUF 401 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VUF 401 shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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