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4 TSR

1970 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,157 mi
Last recorded38,157 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2018
Typical for 1970 Jaguar E-type60,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration4 TSR
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2018 38,157 miles

Both front shock absorbers lower bushes cracking

Both front upper ball joints have slight play

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides ()

Fail 6 Jun 2018 38,157 miles

Both front shock absorbers lower bushes cracking

Both front upper ball joints have slight play

Headlamp aim too low both front headlights (4.1.2 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides ()

Pass 29 Jun 2017 38,138 miles

Nearside Front Front Upper and lower ball joint has slight play

Offside Front Front upper and lower ball joint has slight play

both front shock lower bushes cracking

slight wear in steering rack

Fail 24 Jun 2017 38,138 miles

Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint BOTH (2.5.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear position lamp(s) not working ALL (1.1.A.3b)

both front shock lower bushes cracking

slight wear in steering rack

Pass 21 Jun 2016 37,902 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 37,810 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 37,495 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 36,979 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 36,642 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 36,636 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 36,560 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 36,304 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 36,085 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 35,972 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 35,711 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

steering joint dust cover split/missing

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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4 TSR is a 1970 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 4 TSR, 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 4 TSR?

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What year was 4 TSR registered?

4 TSR is a 1970 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 23 February 1970.

Is 4 TSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 4 TSR shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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