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961 JLC

1961 Jaguar E-type

Silver Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

5,250 mi
Last recorded5,250 miles
Recorded on19 May 2022
Typical for 1961 Jaguar E-type36,112 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration961 JLC
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1961
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2022 5,250 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 5,158 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 5,072 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 4,973 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 4,970 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 3,285 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 3,191 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 3,189 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 3,092 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 2,837 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 1,423 miles

n/s/rear hand brake effort slightly low

Fail 31 Jan 2012 1,423 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s/rear hand brake effort slightly low

Pass 20 Jan 2011 1 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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961 JLC is a 1961 Jaguar E-type in Silver with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1961 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 36,112 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 961 JLC, 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 65 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 961 JLC?

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What year was 961 JLC registered?

961 JLC is a 1961 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 22 November 1961.

Is 961 JLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for 961 JLC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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