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BFX 486A

1988 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 3781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2020
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,785 mi
Last recorded43,785 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 1988 Jaguar E-type49,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFX 486A
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,781cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 18 Apr 2019 43,785 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 43,539 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 43,144 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 43,007 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 42,686 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 42,184 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 41,736 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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BFX 486A is a 1988 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 3,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 49,410 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 BFX 486A, 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 38 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 BFX 486A?

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What year was BFX 486A registered?

BFX 486A is a 1988 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 3 October 1988.

Is BFX 486A safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFX 486A shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BFX 486A have outstanding finance?

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