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XGU 787S

1978 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,788 mi
Last recorded10,788 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGU 787S
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 17 Aug 2017 10,788 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 10,637 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 10,536 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 10,181 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 9,979 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 9,627 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 9,298 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 8,784 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 7,981 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 6,914 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 6,417 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 5,904 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar S-type?

Based on 942,176 MOT tests across 62,116 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
4,736
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
62,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43,168
Brake pipe excessively corroded 20,758
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,128
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17,876
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,617
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XGU 787S is a 1978 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Jaguar S-type fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 43,168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XGU 787S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar S-type typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 48 years old, this Jaguar S-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XGU 787S registered?

XGU 787S is a 1978 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 1 May 1978.

Is XGU 787S safe to buy?

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