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CLU 131H

1970 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,712 mi
Last recorded63,712 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2019
Typical for 1970 Jaguar Xj50,163 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLU 131H
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2019 63,712 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 63,459 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 63,074 miles

powersteering has a slight leak

Pass 27 Aug 2015 62,757 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 62,021 miles

Centre Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Sep 2013 61,778 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 61,362 miles

various oil leaks

Pass 12 Oct 2010 61,235 miles

slight leak from steering system

Fail 11 Oct 2010 61,235 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

slight leak from steering system

Pass 27 Apr 2009 60,298 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 59,963 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

nearside rear radius arm corroded

nearside rear radius arm corroded

play in nearside and offside rear u/j

Fail 11 Apr 2008 59,963 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

nearside rear radius arm corroded

play in nearside and offside rear u/j

Pass 22 Mar 2007 59,452 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

nearside rear radius arm corroded

play in nearside rear inner uj

Pass 22 Mar 2006 59,379 miles

grease cover missing on front steering ball joint

nearside rear shocker damp

offside rear exhaust box in poor condition

rear radius arms corroded

slight play in nearside and offside upper ball joints

slight play in nearside rear inner u.j

Fail 28 Jan 2006 59,378 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Inner Rear Front drive shaft coupling has excessive play in a universal joint bearing (2.4.G.6b)

Offside Outer Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a) DANGEROUS

grease cover missing on front steering ball joints

rear radius arms corroded

slight play in nearside and offside upper ball joints

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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CLU 131H is a 1970 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1970 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 50,163 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 Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34,485 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CLU 131H, 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 56 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 CLU 131H?

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What year was CLU 131H registered?

CLU 131H is a 1970 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 6 January 1970.

Is CLU 131H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLU 131H shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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