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CNB 237M

1973 Jaguar Xj

Yellow Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,636 mi
Last recorded36,636 miles
Recorded on17 May 2021
Typical for 1973 Jaguar Xj44,711 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCNB 237M
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2021 36,636 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 36,546 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 36,473 miles

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 36,242 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 35,682 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 35,489 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 35,489 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 May 2013 34,666 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 34,660 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

ns front tyre slight cut in outer wall

Pass 25 Apr 2012 34,650 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Apr 2011 34,640 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 33,326 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

all under bodywork heavily undersealed limiting inspection

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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CNB 237M is a 1973 Jaguar Xj in Yellow with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CNB 237M, 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 CNB 237M registered?

CNB 237M is a 1973 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 15 November 1973.

Is CNB 237M safe to buy?

The MOT history for CNB 237M shows 12 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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