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HDS 558H

1970 Jaguar 420G

Black Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

75,184 mi
Last recorded75,184 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1970 Jaguar 420G46,650 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHDS 558H
MakeJaguar
Model420G
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 75,184 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 75,080 miles

slight blow on exhaust joints

Pass 13 Jun 2024 74,866 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 74,746 miles
Fail 15 May 2023 74,740 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn both front subframe bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

offside rear exhaust rubber perished

Pass 2 Aug 2021 74,710 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 74,969 miles
Pass 27 May 2019 74,674 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 74,668 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 74,662 miles

Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2017 74,648 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 74,600 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 74,563 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 74,528 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 74,079 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 73,912 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 73,450 miles

corrosion starting at offside rfear jacking point area

light damage on offside rear tyre outer sidewall

slight brake bind / tightness starting in offside rear brake

Pass 15 May 2010 73,399 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 73,367 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 73,250 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 72,994 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 72,873 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar 420G?

Based on 1,384 MOT tests across 196 vehicles.

81.4%
Pass Rate
249
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 55
brake binding 47
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 41
Headlamp not working on main beam 29
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 28
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HDS 558H is a 1970 Jaguar 420G in Black with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1970 Jaguar 420G models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 46,650 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar 420G fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HDS 558H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar 420G typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 56 years old, this Jaguar 420G is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HDS 558H?

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What year was HDS 558H registered?

HDS 558H is a 1970 Jaguar 420G, first registered on 31 December 1970.

Is HDS 558H safe to buy?

The MOT history for HDS 558H shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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