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YJI 37

1972 Jaguar Xj

Green Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

6,827 mi
Last recorded6,827 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2024
Typical for 1972 Jaguar Xj39,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJI 37
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2024 6,827 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 3,940 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 3,055 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 2,754 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 2,008 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 651 miles

indicators flashing fast

no free travel on footbrake pedal

Fail 21 Sep 2013 681 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

no free travel on footbrake pedal

Pass 12 Oct 2010 565 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 565 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Rear Trailing arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Trailing arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Offside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 37 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 32 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

main beam warning lamp illuminates on dipped beam.

rear side lights too bright

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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YJI 37 is a 1972 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 YJI 37, 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

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What year was YJI 37 registered?

YJI 37 is a 1972 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 December 1972.

Is YJI 37 safe to buy?

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