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TGC 790L

1973 Jaguar Xj

Green Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

79,916 mi
Last recorded79,916 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2007
Typical for 1973 Jaguar Xj44,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGC 790L
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2007 79,916 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2007 79,916 miles

Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 79,785 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2006 79,785 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

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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TGC 790L is a 1973 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1973 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 44,711 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 TGC 790L, 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 53 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 TGC 790L registered?

TGC 790L is a 1973 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 21 March 1973.

Is TGC 790L safe to buy?

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