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DSO 154C

1976 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,733 mi
Last recorded19,733 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1976 Jaguar Xj50,918 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSO 154C
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2026 19,733 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 15,938 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 15,894 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 15,803 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 15,795 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 15,680 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 14,872 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 13,894 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 12,763 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 10,987 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 9,540 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 7,706 miles

offside front and both rear bearings slight play

Pass 4 Jun 2008 5,859 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 4,313 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 3,934 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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DSO 154C is a 1976 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 50,918 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 DSO 154C, 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 50 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 DSO 154C?

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What year was DSO 154C registered?

DSO 154C is a 1976 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 24 November 1976.

Is DSO 154C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSO 154C shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DSO 154C have outstanding finance?

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