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LUF 539F

1968 Jaguar 420

Grey Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

51,657 mi
Last recorded51,657 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2021
Typical for 1968 Jaguar 42046,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUF 539F
MakeJaguar
Model420
Year1968
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2021 51,657 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 11 May 2021 51,634 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 23 May 2019 51,420 miles

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 14 May 2018 51,199 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 May 2017 50,920 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 50,345 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 49,957 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 49,957 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 49,271 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 48,812 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 48,339 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 47,741 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 47,106 miles

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

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Fail 16 Oct 2009 47,102 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 17 Oct 2008 46,635 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 12 Oct 2007 45,869 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 20 Oct 2006 44,430 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar 420?

Based on 2,524 MOT tests across 323 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
308
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
323
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 101
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 73
Headlamp not working on main beam 57
Stop lamp not working 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 47
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LUF 539F is a 1968 Jaguar 420 in Grey with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1968 Jaguar 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 46,928 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar 420 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LUF 539F, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar 420 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 58 years old, this Jaguar 420 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LUF 539F registered?

LUF 539F is a 1968 Jaguar 420, first registered on 4 March 1968.

Is LUF 539F safe to buy?

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