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VVX 836E

1983 Jaguar Mk II

Red Petrol 3442cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

50,935 mi
Last recorded50,935 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 1983 Jaguar Mk II33,476 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVX 836E
MakeJaguar
ModelMk II
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,442cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 50,935 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 50,932 miles

Centre Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 50,856 miles

engine oil leak

gearbox oil leak

rear diff oil leak

Pass 20 Dec 2012 50,668 miles

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 20 Dec 2012 50,668 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Near side hand brake pad lever return spring has come off

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 50,648 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Jaguar Mk II?

Based on 22,000 MOT tests across 2,487 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
2,487
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 847
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 496
Stop lamp not working 428
brake binding 342
Horn not working 233
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VVX 836E is a 1983 Jaguar Mk II in Red with a 3,442cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Jaguar Mk II models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 33,476 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 Mk II fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 847 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VVX 836E, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Mk II typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 43 years old, this Jaguar Mk II is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VVX 836E registered?

VVX 836E is a 1983 Jaguar Mk II, first registered on 8 November 1983.

Is VVX 836E safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVX 836E shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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