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XSY 678

1977 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

10,660 mi
Last recorded10,660 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 1977 Jaguar Xj57,975 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSY 678
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1977
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 10,660 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2025 10,653 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2022 9,337 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 8,421 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 7,675 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 6,890 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 5,373 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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XSY 678 is a 1977 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1977 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 57,975 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 XSY 678, 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 49 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 XSY 678 registered?

XSY 678 is a 1977 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 24 May 1977.

Is XSY 678 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSY 678 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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