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VVC 444J

1971 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

6,165 mi
Last recorded6,165 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Jaguar Xj43,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVC 444J
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 6,165 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 3,133 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 97,364 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 92,474 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 92,474 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 91,993 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 91,860 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 90,974 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 88,199 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 12 Oct 2005 85,992 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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VVC 444J is a 1971 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1971 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 43,772 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 VVC 444J, 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 55 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 VVC 444J?

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What year was VVC 444J registered?

VVC 444J is a 1971 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 8 January 1971.

Is VVC 444J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVC 444J shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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