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MWT 302K

1971 Jaguar Xj

White Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

32,773 mi
Last recorded32,773 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 1971 Jaguar Xj43,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMWT 302K
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 32,773 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 31,423 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 30,457 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/f tyre near limit

Pass 9 May 2014 29,526 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 May 2013 28,430 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 27,944 miles

both front brakes binding

Pass 8 Apr 2011 27,105 miles

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

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

front sub frame bushes deterating

Pass 9 Apr 2010 26,439 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 25,568 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 25,127 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 24,578 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 24,578 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2006 23,893 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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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MWT 302K is a 1971 Jaguar Xj in White with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MWT 302K, 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 MWT 302K registered?

MWT 302K is a 1971 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is MWT 302K safe to buy?

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