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DPJ 534J

1970 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

52,894 mi
Last recorded52,894 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2014
Typical for 1970 Jaguar Xj50,163 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPJ 534J
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 17 Mar 2014 52,894 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

oil leaks front engine ?

Pass 17 Mar 2014 52,894 miles

oil leaks front engine ?

Fail 17 Oct 2013 52,868 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 51,788 miles

slight corrosion underside of vehicle

Pass 29 Sep 2011 50,123 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Oil leak

Fail 29 Sep 2011 50,123 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jul 2010 49,863 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 49,514 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 49,511 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

near side front inner wheel arch corroded

Pass 26 Jul 2008 49,317 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 49,226 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 49,209 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2006 48,706 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 48,569 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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DPJ 534J is a 1970 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 DPJ 534J, 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.

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What year was DPJ 534J registered?

DPJ 534J is a 1970 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 9 October 1970.

Is DPJ 534J safe to buy?

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