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NWC 990

1971 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

6,962 mi
Last recorded6,962 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2021
Typical for 1971 Jaguar Xj43,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNWC 990
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2021 6,962 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 5,947 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 5,025 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 2,836 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 901 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 870 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 535 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 535 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 456 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 4 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 386 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 4 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 4 miles

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

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

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

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

Pass 11 May 2010 4,878 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 3,052 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 4 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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NWC 990 is a 1971 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 NWC 990, 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 NWC 990 registered?

NWC 990 is a 1971 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is NWC 990 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NWC 990 shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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