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GJG 179N

1974 Jaguar Xj

Yellow Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

54,617 mi
Last recorded54,617 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 1974 Jaguar Xj47,890 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJG 179N
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 54,617 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 54,586 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 54,508 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 54,505 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp inop.

Pass 2 Mar 2012 54,447 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 54,315 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 54,097 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 53,472 miles

oil leak

slight play in n/s/r & o/s/r wheel bearings

steering rack mounts worn

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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GJG 179N is a 1974 Jaguar Xj in Yellow with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GJG 179N, 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 GJG 179N registered?

GJG 179N is a 1974 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 13 November 1974.

Is GJG 179N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJG 179N shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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