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TRF 255L

1973 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2025
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,559 mi
Last recorded15,559 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 1973 Jaguar Xj44,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRF 255L
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 7 Jun 2024 15,559 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 15,507 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 15,434 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 15,215 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 15,095 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 14,546 miles

covers & shields fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 17 Jan 2018 13,903 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Jan 2017 13,324 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 11,860 miles

covers & shields fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2015 11,174 miles

multiple points of slight corrosion to undrerside of vehicle

Pass 20 Jan 2014 10,337 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 9,329 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 8,560 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 7,293 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 6,520 miles

slight misting of oil in steering rack area

Pass 23 Sep 2008 5,594 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 4,455 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 2,837 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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TRF 255L is a 1973 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 TRF 255L, 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

How do I check the history of TRF 255L?

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What year was TRF 255L registered?

TRF 255L is a 1973 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 8 March 1973.

Is TRF 255L safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRF 255L shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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