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MKW 88P

1976 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

95,379 mi
Last recorded95,379 miles
Recorded on24 May 2022
Typical for 1976 Jaguar Xj50,918 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMKW 88P
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2022 95,379 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 92,951 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 90,728 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 89,075 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 86,165 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 86,165 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 84,573 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 84,526 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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MKW 88P is a 1976 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MKW 88P, 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 MKW 88P?

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What year was MKW 88P registered?

MKW 88P is a 1976 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 18 June 1976.

Is MKW 88P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MKW 88P shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MKW 88P have outstanding finance?

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