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639 WBJ

1978 Jaguar E-type

Grey Petrol 3781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,971 mi
Last recorded33,971 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2015
Typical for 1978 Jaguar E-type55,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration639 WBJ
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,781cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2015 33,971 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 32,908 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 31,569 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 31,569 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 28,972 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 27,389 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 27,357 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 21,548 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 16,523 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 11,633 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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639 WBJ is a 1978 Jaguar E-type in Grey with a 3,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 55,229 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 639 WBJ, 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 48 years old, this Jaguar E-type is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 639 WBJ?

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What year was 639 WBJ registered?

639 WBJ is a 1978 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 7 April 1978.

Is 639 WBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 639 WBJ shows 10 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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