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XDH 105S

1978 Jaguar Xk

Maroon Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

88,795 mi
Last recorded88,795 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1978 Jaguar Xk10,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDH 105S
MakeJaguar
ModelXk
Year1978
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 88,795 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Both back sections (6.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2025 88,795 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Both back sections (6.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xk?

Based on 156,752 MOT tests across 11,610 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
2,593
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
11,610
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,872
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1,213
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 976
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 839
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 762
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XDH 105S is a 1978 Jaguar Xk in Maroon with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Jaguar Xk models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 10,726 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,872 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XDH 105S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xk typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 48 years old, this Jaguar Xk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XDH 105S?

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What year was XDH 105S registered?

XDH 105S is a 1978 Jaguar Xk, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is XDH 105S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDH 105S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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