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YEN 97V

1979 Jaguar Xj

Green Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

39,885 mi
Last recorded39,885 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 1979 Jaguar Xj45,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYEN 97V
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 39,885 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 39,639 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 39,586 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 39,457 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 39,353 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 39,052 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 39,034 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

brakes not done

Pass 14 Aug 2007 38,768 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 38,732 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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YEN 97V is a 1979 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1979 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 45,573 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 YEN 97V, 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 47 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 YEN 97V?

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What year was YEN 97V registered?

YEN 97V is a 1979 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 September 1979.

Is YEN 97V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YEN 97V shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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