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XVU 152X

1981 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

92,383 mi
Last recorded92,383 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2022
Typical for 1981 Jaguar Xj57,919 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXVU 152X
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2022 92,383 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 92,369 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 92,336 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 92,316 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 92,300 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 92,286 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 92,249 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 92,163 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 91,990 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 91,907 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 91,799 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 91,688 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 91,619 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2008 91,457 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 91,265 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 91,160 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2006 91,160 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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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XVU 152X is a 1981 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1981 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 57,919 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 XVU 152X, 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 45 years old, this Jaguar Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XVU 152X?

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What year was XVU 152X registered?

XVU 152X is a 1981 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 20 August 1981.

Is XVU 152X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XVU 152X shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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