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WKR 809

1971 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

1,814 mi
Last recorded1,814 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1971 Jaguar Xj43,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKR 809
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1971
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 1,814 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 1,811 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 1,789 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 1,787 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 1,785 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 1,780 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 1,665 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 1,607 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 916 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 916 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 397 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 226 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 4 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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WKR 809 is a 1971 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WKR 809, 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 WKR 809?

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What year was WKR 809 registered?

WKR 809 is a 1971 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 19 January 1971.

Is WKR 809 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WKR 809 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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