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46 XKE

1970 Jaguar E-type

Blue Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

9,553 mi
Last recorded9,553 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2020
Typical for 1970 Jaguar E-type60,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration46 XKE
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2020 9,553 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 8,809 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 7,741 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 6,932 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 6,295 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 6,124 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 5,672 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 5,103 miles

both rear wheel bearing has slight play

o/s/f wheel bearing has slight play

rear exhaust mounts in poor condition

Pass 6 Jul 2012 4,957 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 4,820 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 3,636 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 3,562 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2008 2,468 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 8 Mar 2008 2,468 miles

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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46 XKE is a 1970 Jaguar E-type in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1970 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 60,313 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 46 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 56 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 46 XKE?

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What year was 46 XKE registered?

46 XKE is a 1970 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 15 April 1970.

Is 46 XKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for 46 XKE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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