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PMJ 430M

1974 Jaguar Xj

Turquoise Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

83,971 mi
Last recorded83,971 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 1974 Jaguar Xj47,890 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMJ 430M
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1974
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 83,971 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint nearside & offside (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 22 Mar 2017 83,832 miles

rear tyres slightly pearished

Fail 22 Mar 2017 83,832 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

rear tyres slightly pearished

Pass 20 Aug 2015 83,711 miles

Front o/s & n/s bump stops not secure in posision

Offside Rear tyre has a small cut in the sidewall

slight power steering fluid leak

Fail 28 Jul 2014 83,426 miles

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 83,426 miles

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 83,234 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 82,800 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 82,239 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 81,522 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 81,388 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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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PMJ 430M is a 1974 Jaguar Xj in Turquoise with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 PMJ 430M, 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 PMJ 430M registered?

PMJ 430M is a 1974 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 22 March 1974.

Is PMJ 430M safe to buy?

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