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GDP 690N

1974 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,402 mi
Last recorded14,402 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2017
Typical for 1974 Jaguar Xj47,890 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDP 690N
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2017 14,402 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 13,941 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside front engine mounting deteriorated

Pass 6 Jun 2014 13,717 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside engine mounting looks broken

Fail 2 Jun 2014 13,717 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside engine mounting looks broken

Pass 26 Mar 2013 13,001 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Slight play in steering rack mounting bushes.

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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GDP 690N is a 1974 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1974 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 47,890 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 GDP 690N, 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 52 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 GDP 690N registered?

GDP 690N is a 1974 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 November 1974.

Is GDP 690N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GDP 690N shows 5 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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