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MEC 811K

1971 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 2798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

14 mi
Last recorded14 miles
Recorded on16 May 2016
Typical for 1971 Jaguar Xj43,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEC 811K
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2016 14 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 21,739 miles

front and rear brake discs pitted

locking wire on front calipers corroded

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 7 Jun 2010 21,709 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

possible slight leak on steering rack seals

Fail 4 Jun 2010 21,705 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

nearside front tyre has marks of fouling on the inside wall nothing found at the time of test

nearside front tyre has slight cuts on tread

possible slight leak on steering rack seals

Pass 3 Jun 2009 21,673 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

bolt missing from front pipe

nearside front tyre has marks of fouling on the inside wall nothing found at the time of test

offside front tyre cracking on treads

possible slight leak on steering rack seals

Pass 3 Jun 2008 20,331 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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MEC 811K is a 1971 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 2,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MEC 811K, 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 MEC 811K registered?

MEC 811K is a 1971 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 December 1971.

Is MEC 811K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEC 811K shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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