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473 SMX

1970 Jaguar E-type

Grey Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

80,845 mi
Last recorded80,845 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2017
Typical for 1970 Jaguar E-type60,313 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration473 SMX
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1970
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2017 80,845 miles

underside covered in thick underseal

Pass 8 Jun 2016 80,746 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

underside covered in thick underseal

Pass 6 Jun 2015 80,657 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 80,513 miles

underside covered in thick underseal

Pass 6 Jun 2013 80,301 miles

underside covered in thick underseal

Pass 6 Jun 2012 79,961 miles

underside covered in thick underseal

Pass 3 Jun 2011 79,729 miles

underside of vehicle covered in very thick underseal unable to inspect

Fail 3 Jun 2011 79,729 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

underside of vehicle covered in very thick underseal unable to inspect

Pass 5 Jun 2010 79,412 miles

underside covered in thick sealer unable to judge condition

Pass 28 Oct 2008 79,258 miles

during inspection vehicle heavily welded and undersealed

Pass 28 Nov 2007 79,101 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 1,570 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 78,024 miles

n/s wiper blade torn on ends

o/s/r anti roll bar drop link loose

Pass 11 Aug 2005 7,798 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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473 SMX is a 1970 Jaguar E-type in Grey 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 473 SMX, 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 473 SMX?

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What year was 473 SMX registered?

473 SMX is a 1970 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 19 November 1970.

Is 473 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 473 SMX 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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