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VYD 579

1979 Jaguar Xjs

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2016
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,498 mi
Last recorded100,498 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2015
Typical for 1979 Jaguar Xjs61,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYD 579
MakeJaguar
ModelXjs
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2015 100,498 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 99,977 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xjs?

Based on 127,020 MOT tests across 12,009 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
540
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
12,009
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 5,735
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,722
brake binding 4,089
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,050
parking brake recording little or no effort 3,046
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VYD 579 is a 1979 Jaguar Xjs in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Jaguar Xjs models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 61,874 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xjs fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 5,735 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VYD 579, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xjs typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 47 years old, this Jaguar Xjs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VYD 579?

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What year was VYD 579 registered?

VYD 579 is a 1979 Jaguar Xjs, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is VYD 579 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYD 579 shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VYD 579 have outstanding finance?

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