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284 XKE

1971 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

78,911 mi
Last recorded78,911 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2017
Typical for 1971 Jaguar E-type55,971 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration284 XKE
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2017 78,911 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 78,733 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 78,598 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 78,332 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 78,177 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 78,017 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 76,991 miles

front no plate held on with cable ties

Pass 22 Mar 2010 76,772 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 76,760 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

How Reliable is the Jaguar E-type?

Based on 82,373 MOT tests across 9,288 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
305
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
9,288
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,540
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,865
Stop lamp not working 1,387
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,012
Horn not working 993
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284 XKE is a 1971 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1971 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 55,971 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar E-type fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 2,540 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 284 XKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar E-type typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 55 years old, this Jaguar E-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 284 XKE?

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What year was 284 XKE registered?

284 XKE is a 1971 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is 284 XKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for 284 XKE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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