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MER 19N

1976 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

61,989 mi
Last recorded61,989 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1976 Jaguar Xj50,918 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMER 19N
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 61,989 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 61,831 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 61,566 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 59,777 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 59,748 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 59,630 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 59,598 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 59,396 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 59,371 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2013 59,371 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Power steering ram(s) has slight free play at anchorage (2.3.4c)

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

Rubber steering rack mountings slightly worn.

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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MER 19N is a 1976 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1976 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 50,918 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 MER 19N, 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 50 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 MER 19N registered?

MER 19N is a 1976 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 16 January 1976.

Is MER 19N safe to buy?

The MOT history for MER 19N shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MER 19N have outstanding finance?

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