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NBW 597

1970 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

2,160 mi
Last recorded2,160 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2023
Typical for 1970 Jaguar Xj50,163 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNBW 597
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2023 2,160 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 2,100 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2021 2,100 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 May 2019 1,809 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 1,809 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 1,424 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 1,267 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 740 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 602 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 5 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 5 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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NBW 597 is a 1970 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1970 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 50,163 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NBW 597, 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 56 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 NBW 597 registered?

NBW 597 is a 1970 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 20 February 1970.

Is NBW 597 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NBW 597 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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