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ACU 493L

1973 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

26,620 mi
Last recorded26,620 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2023
Typical for 1973 Jaguar E-type51,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACU 493L
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2023 26,620 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 26,554 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 26,548 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 26,514 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 26,492 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 May 2012 26,363 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 26,343 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 26,308 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2008 26,250 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 26,250 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 26,161 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 26,036 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 25,978 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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ACU 493L is a 1973 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1973 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 51,548 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 ACU 493L, 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 53 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 ACU 493L?

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What year was ACU 493L registered?

ACU 493L is a 1973 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 8 March 1973.

Is ACU 493L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACU 493L shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ACU 493L have outstanding finance?

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