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XJC 42C

1976 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

36,582 mi
Last recorded36,582 miles
Recorded on19 May 2018
Typical for 1976 Jaguar Xj50,918 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJC 42C
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2018 36,582 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 36,472 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 36,258 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 19 May 2016 36,258 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 36,151 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 36,132 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 35,971 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 35,841 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 35,334 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 34,933 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 34,421 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 33,560 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 32,287 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 32,287 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 32,260 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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XJC 42C is a 1976 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1976 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 50,918 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 XJC 42C, 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 50 years old, this Jaguar Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XJC 42C registered?

XJC 42C is a 1976 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 January 1976.

Is XJC 42C safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJC 42C shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XJC 42C have outstanding finance?

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