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UTJ 970H

1970 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2,539 mi
Last recorded2,539 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2011
Typical for 1970 Jaguar Xj50,163 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUTJ 970H
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1970
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2011 2,539 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 2,254 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 1,990 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 1,445 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 1,009 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 1,068 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

water leak from cooling

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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UTJ 970H is a 1970 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1970 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 50,163 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 UTJ 970H, 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 56 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 UTJ 970H?

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What year was UTJ 970H registered?

UTJ 970H is a 1970 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 January 1970.

Is UTJ 970H safe to buy?

The MOT history for UTJ 970H shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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