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GYT 916J

1971 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,953 mi
Last recorded88,953 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2011
Typical for 1971 Jaguar Xj43,772 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYT 916J
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2011 88,953 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 87,871 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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GYT 916J is a 1971 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 43,772 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 GYT 916J, 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 55 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 GYT 916J registered?

GYT 916J is a 1971 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 21 May 1971.

Is GYT 916J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYT 916J shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GYT 916J have outstanding finance?

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