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ALG 700M

1971 Jaguar E-type

Pink Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

23,309 mi
Last recorded23,309 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2023
Typical for 1971 Jaguar E-type55,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALG 700M
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1971
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2023 23,309 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 18,529 miles

lock wire broken on nsr suspension bush

Fail 16 May 2013 18,529 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

lock wire broken on nsr suspension bush

Pass 30 May 2012 18,514 miles

lock wire broken on nsr suspension mounting

Fail 30 May 2012 18,514 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

lock wire broken on nsr suspension mounting

Pass 11 Apr 2011 18,415 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 18,228 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2009 18,228 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside Torsion bar insecure at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

stabilising bracket on g/box loose

Pass 9 Jan 2008 18,210 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 18,209 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 18,075 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 78,075 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2007 18,075 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

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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ALG 700M is a 1971 Jaguar E-type in Pink with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1971 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 55,971 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 ALG 700M, 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 55 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 ALG 700M?

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What year was ALG 700M registered?

ALG 700M is a 1971 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is ALG 700M safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALG 700M shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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