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RVB 418L

1973 Jaguar Xj

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

129,250 mi
Last recorded129,250 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2016
Typical for 1973 Jaguar Xj44,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVB 418L
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2016 129,250 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 48,288 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 48,288 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 44,887 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 44,880 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 44,183 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 43,953 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 43,364 miles

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

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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RVB 418L is a 1973 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 RVB 418L, 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 RVB 418L?

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What year was RVB 418L registered?

RVB 418L is a 1973 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 4 April 1973.

Is RVB 418L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVB 418L shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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