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BML 169T

1979 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

70,022 mi
Last recorded70,022 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2022
Typical for 1979 Jaguar Xj45,573 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBML 169T
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2022 70,022 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 69,947 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2019 69,947 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2018 69,908 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 69,337 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 68,926 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 68,407 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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BML 169T is a 1979 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1979 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 45,573 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 BML 169T, 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 47 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 BML 169T?

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What year was BML 169T registered?

BML 169T is a 1979 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 17 January 1979.

Is BML 169T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BML 169T shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BML 169T have outstanding finance?

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