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FLG 559

1968 Jaguar 420

Grey Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,694 mi
Last recorded79,694 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 1968 Jaguar 42046,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLG 559
MakeJaguar
Model420
Year1968
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2017 79,694 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 78,225 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 76,729 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 74,375 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 71,506 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 71,020 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 70,998 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 70,649 miles

front valance corroded.

o/s and n/s/front coil springs corroded.

Pass 30 Mar 2010 70,095 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 69,589 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both top front ball joint rubber boots split

inner n/s track rod end has slight wear

Fail 17 Mar 2009 69,584 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both top front ball joint rubber boots split

inner n/s track rod end has slight wear

Pass 27 Feb 2008 68,974 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 28 Feb 2007 67,950 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 25 Jan 2006 67,503 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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FLG 559 is a 1968 Jaguar 420 in Grey with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1968 Jaguar 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 46,928 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FLG 559, 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 58 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 FLG 559 registered?

FLG 559 is a 1968 Jaguar 420, first registered on 1 January 1968.

Is FLG 559 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLG 559 shows 14 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.

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