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PBT 353M

1974 Jaguar Xj

Pink Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

49,585 mi
Last recorded49,585 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2024
Typical for 1974 Jaguar Xj47,890 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBT 353M
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1974
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2024 49,585 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 49,480 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 49,206 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 49,192 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 49,139 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 48,713 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 48,451 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 48,446 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 48,021 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 47,707 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 47,448 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 47,021 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 46,366 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 45,669 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 45,109 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 45,109 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Mar 2009 44,335 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 43,766 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 43,163 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 42,688 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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PBT 353M is a 1974 Jaguar Xj in Pink with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1974 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 47,890 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 PBT 353M, 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 52 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 PBT 353M registered?

PBT 353M is a 1974 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 8 February 1974.

Is PBT 353M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBT 353M shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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