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18 DXT

1978 Jaguar Mk II

Blue Petrol 3442cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

69,042 mi
Last recorded69,042 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1978 Jaguar Mk II49,005 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration18 DXT
MakeJaguar
ModelMk II
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,442cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 69,042 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 68,744 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 67,747 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 67,439 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 66,245 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 65,018 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 64,335 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 63,324 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 61,453 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2016 60,741 miles

both front sub frame mountings detiriated

both front tyres cracked & perrished

Pass 19 Jul 2015 59,305 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 58,295 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 57,328 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 56,666 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 55,766 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2011 55,766 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 55,182 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2009 54,379 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 53,846 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 53,470 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 52,926 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Mk II?

Based on 22,000 MOT tests across 2,487 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
2,487
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 847
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 496
Stop lamp not working 428
brake binding 342
Horn not working 233
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18 DXT is a 1978 Jaguar Mk II in Blue with a 3,442cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1978 Jaguar Mk II models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 49,005 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Mk II fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 847 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 18 DXT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Mk II typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 48 years old, this Jaguar Mk II is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 18 DXT?

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What year was 18 DXT registered?

18 DXT is a 1978 Jaguar Mk II, first registered on 23 November 1978.

Is 18 DXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 18 DXT shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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