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WWE 608L

1972 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

42,967 mi
Last recorded42,967 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2021
Typical for 1972 Jaguar Xj39,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWWE 608L
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2021 42,967 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint rack. (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

parking brake may need adjusting.

Pass 8 Jul 2017 41,053 miles

some binding of rear brakes when rotated by hand

Pass 17 Jun 2016 40,736 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2015 40,690 miles

Offside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 39,893 miles

Nearside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 39,680 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 39,557 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 39,556 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

steering rack mounting bushes worn

Fail 25 Jun 2009 39,088 miles

Nearside Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jun 2009 39,088 miles

Nearside Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jul 2008 38,432 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 38,369 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 38,316 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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WWE 608L is a 1972 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1972 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 39,556 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 WWE 608L, 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 54 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 WWE 608L?

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What year was WWE 608L registered?

WWE 608L is a 1972 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 29 September 1972.

Is WWE 608L safe to buy?

The MOT history for WWE 608L 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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