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SSJ 559

1972 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,061 mi
Last recorded2,061 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1972 Jaguar Xj39,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSJ 559
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2025 2,061 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

slight leak on rear diff

Pass 7 Nov 2024 2,030 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 2,004 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 1,981 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 1,951 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 1,922 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 1,885 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 1,861 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 1,837 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 1,806 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 1,762 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 1,736 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 1,706 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 1,681 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 1,653 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 1,610 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 1,464 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 1,422 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 1,305 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 1,229 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 1,038 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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SSJ 559 is a 1972 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 39,556 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 SSJ 559, 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 54 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 SSJ 559?

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What year was SSJ 559 registered?

SSJ 559 is a 1972 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 February 1972.

Is SSJ 559 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSJ 559 shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SSJ 559 have outstanding finance?

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