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975 FHX

1973 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

6,550 mi
Last recorded6,550 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2019
Typical for 1973 Jaguar Xj44,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration975 FHX
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,781cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2019 6,550 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 6,151 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 6,105 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Aug 2016 5,973 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 5,620 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 5 Aug 2014 5,620 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 4,000 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 2,320 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 125 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007
Pass 7 Sep 2006

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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975 FHX is a 1973 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 975 FHX, 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 975 FHX?

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What year was 975 FHX registered?

975 FHX is a 1973 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 8 June 1973.

Is 975 FHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 975 FHX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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