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A501 VHM

1984 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

106,925 mi
Last recorded106,925 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2018
Typical for 1984 Jaguar Xj80,326 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA501 VHM
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2018 106,925 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 106,410 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 105,985 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 105,670 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 105,429 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 105,088 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 104,621 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 104,322 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 103,781 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 103,779 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2008 102,788 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 101,990 miles

locking wire missing from n/s/f brake caliper. †n/s/r back box corroded and blowing slightly.

Pass 13 Jul 2006 101,406 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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A501 VHM is a 1984 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1984 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 80,326 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 A501 VHM, 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 42 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 A501 VHM registered?

A501 VHM is a 1984 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 16 May 1984.

Is A501 VHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A501 VHM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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