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SMX 334N

1974 Jaguar Xj

Purple Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,690 mi
Last recorded84,690 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 1974 Jaguar Xj47,890 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMX 334N
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1974
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 84,690 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 84,682 miles

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

n/s/f wheel slightly binding

Fail 11 Aug 2016 84,682 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

n/s/f wheel slightly binding

Pass 8 Jan 2014 84,673 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 84,657 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 84,639 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 84,639 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 84,622 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

general under body rust

Fail 7 Jul 2010 84,622 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

general under body rust

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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SMX 334N is a 1974 Jaguar Xj in Purple with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SMX 334N, 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

How do I check the history of SMX 334N?

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What year was SMX 334N registered?

SMX 334N is a 1974 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 10 September 1974.

Is SMX 334N safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMX 334N shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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