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YLW 946X

1982 Jaguar Xjs

Black Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2023
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

131 mi
Last recorded131 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2022
Typical for 1982 Jaguar Xjs61,407 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLW 946X
MakeJaguar
ModelXjs
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2022 131 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 119 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 88 miles

presented as a kit car

Fail 25 Oct 2017 79 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

presented as a kit car

Fail 27 Sep 2017 71 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Front Steering locking device missing lock wire missing both front arms (2.2.C.1g)

Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle on full lock rubbing on lower arms (4.1.D.2)

Lower Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Nearside Front Track rod end seriously misaligned rubbing on in side of wheel rim (2.2.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake performance not tested cant turn wheel brake binding (3.7.A.1)

Offside Front Statutory seat belt missing cant find part that clips in (5.1.1)

Rear Rear reflector missing missing (1.5.1a)

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt all 4 top and bottom ball joints dust covers excessive holes weak (2.4.G.2)

front brake pipes condision

Pass 16 Nov 2016 11 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

presented as a kit car

Fail 4 Nov 2016 8 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

presented as a kit car

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xjs?

Based on 127,020 MOT tests across 12,009 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
540
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
12,009
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 5,735
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,722
brake binding 4,089
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,050
parking brake recording little or no effort 3,046
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YLW 946X is a 1982 Jaguar Xjs in Black with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1982 Jaguar Xjs models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 61,407 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 Xjs fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 5,735 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YLW 946X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xjs typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 44 years old, this Jaguar Xjs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YLW 946X?

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What year was YLW 946X registered?

YLW 946X is a 1982 Jaguar Xjs, first registered on 2 July 1982.

Is YLW 946X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YLW 946X shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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