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XFV 515

1962 Jaguar 2.4/240

Silver Petrol 2483cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

29,947 mi
Last recorded29,947 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2017
Typical for 1962 Jaguar 2.4/24061,316 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFV 515
MakeJaguar
Model2.4/240
Year1962
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,483cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2017 29,947 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2017 29,947 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 29,897 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 29,834 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 29,792 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 29,767 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 29,719 miles

Differential leaking oil

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Gearbox leaking oil

Gearbox mounting defective

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside steering idler has play on spindal

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 29,662 miles

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Front tyres wearing on inside edges.

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 29,597 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 29,535 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 24 Aug 2009 29,526 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 29,232 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 28,983 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 28,983 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

How Reliable is the Jaguar 2.4/240?

Based on 5,411 MOT tests across 635 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
265
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
635
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 190
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 168
Stop lamp not working 132
brake binding 123
parking brake recording little or no effort 77
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XFV 515 is a 1962 Jaguar 2.4/240 in Silver with a 2,483cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1962 Jaguar 2.4/240 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 61,316 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Jaguar 2.4/240 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 190 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XFV 515, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar 2.4/240 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 64 years old, this Jaguar 2.4/240 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XFV 515 registered?

XFV 515 is a 1962 Jaguar 2.4/240, first registered on 13 March 1962.

Is XFV 515 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFV 515 shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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