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WDU 789J

1971 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,647 mi
Last recorded66,647 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 1971 Jaguar Xj43,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWDU 789J
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2025 66,647 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 65,660 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 65,135 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 64,889 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 64,708 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 64,206 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 64,052 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 63,695 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 63,160 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 62,383 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 61,773 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 61,269 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 60,940 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 60,869 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 60,849 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 59,856 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 59,491 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 58,447 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 58,147 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 58,112 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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WDU 789J is a 1971 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WDU 789J, 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 WDU 789J?

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What year was WDU 789J registered?

WDU 789J is a 1971 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 16 February 1971.

Is WDU 789J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WDU 789J shows 20 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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