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WUV 596

1981 Jaguar Xjs

Silver Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1981 Jaguar Xjs57,972 mi
4 checks still locked for this Jaguar
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWUV 596
MakeJaguar
ModelXjs
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2007

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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WUV 596 is a 1981 Jaguar Xjs in Silver with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Jaguar Xjs models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 57,972 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 WUV 596, 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 45 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 WUV 596?

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What year was WUV 596 registered?

WUV 596 is a 1981 Jaguar Xjs, first registered on 28 September 1981.

Is WUV 596 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WUV 596 shows 1 test 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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