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BMC 596H

1970 Jaguar 420

Blue Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

76,652 mi
Last recorded76,652 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2023
Typical for 1970 Jaguar 42038,777 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMC 596H
MakeJaguar
Model420
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2023 76,652 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2023 76,652 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc contaminated rear axle oil leak (1.1.14 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 76,421 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 76,348 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 76,291 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 75,890 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 75,427 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 75,038 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 74,622 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 74,407 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 74,113 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 73,690 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 73,458 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 73,114 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 73,043 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 28 Apr 2010 73,043 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 72,593 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 72,327 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 72,202 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 71,888 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar 420?

Based on 2,524 MOT tests across 323 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
308
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
323
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 101
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 73
Headlamp not working on main beam 57
Stop lamp not working 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 47
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BMC 596H is a 1970 Jaguar 420 in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1970 Jaguar 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 38,777 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar 420 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BMC 596H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar 420 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 56 years old, this Jaguar 420 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BMC 596H registered?

BMC 596H is a 1970 Jaguar 420, first registered on 24 April 1970.

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