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XEL 974S

1978 Jaguar Xjs

Blue Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,319 mi
Last recorded96,319 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2007
Typical for 1978 Jaguar Xjs62,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXEL 974S
MakeJaguar
ModelXjs
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2007 96,319 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 95,759 miles

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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XEL 974S is a 1978 Jaguar Xjs in Blue with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Jaguar Xjs models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 62,756 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 XEL 974S, 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 48 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 XEL 974S?

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What year was XEL 974S registered?

XEL 974S is a 1978 Jaguar Xjs, first registered on 19 July 1978.

Is XEL 974S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XEL 974S shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XEL 974S have outstanding finance?

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