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BWP 827H

1970 Jaguar 420

Red Petrol 4225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

30,033 mi
Last recorded30,033 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 1970 Jaguar 42038,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWP 827H
MakeJaguar
Model420
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,225cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2019 30,033 miles

slight play in steering box drop arm

Pass 6 Jul 2017 29,481 miles

Near side rear hand brake has a low reading

Slight movement in steering box arm

Pass 29 Jun 2016 27,361 miles

Steering box arm has slight play

off side front inner track rod end has slight play

Fail 22 Jun 2016 27,335 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Side repeater adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Side repeater adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Steering box arm has slight play

off side front inner track rod end has slight play

Pass 19 May 2015 26,202 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 25,585 miles

Slight binding from n/s/r brake.

Slight binding from o/s/f brake

Steering column to roadwheel freeplay at its maximum limit of 75mm.

Fail 5 Oct 2005 25,531 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

drivers seat loose

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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BWP 827H is a 1970 Jaguar 420 in Red with a 4,225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BWP 827H, 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 BWP 827H registered?

BWP 827H is a 1970 Jaguar 420, first registered on 20 April 1970.

Is BWP 827H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWP 827H shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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