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FBY 408H

1970 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

81,073 mi
Last recorded81,073 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2019
Typical for 1970 Jaguar Xj50,163 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBY 408H
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2019 81,073 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 80,413 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 80,312 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2016 80,312 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 79,311 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 78,974 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 78,974 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 78,974 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 78,965 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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FBY 408H is a 1970 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 FBY 408H, 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

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What year was FBY 408H registered?

FBY 408H is a 1970 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 February 1970.

Is FBY 408H safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBY 408H shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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