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BHW 143A

1997 Jaguar E-type

Green Petrol 3781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

46,418 mi
Last recorded46,418 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Jaguar E-type33,116 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHW 143A
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 46,418 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 46,313 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 45,790 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 44,811 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 44,408 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 43,646 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 42,692 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 40,389 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

centre silencers damaged

engine/transmission/diff oil leaks

front tyres uneven wear/possible front wheel alignment required

Pass 29 Jun 2009 39,109 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

engine/transmission oil leaks

Pass 19 Jan 2008 37,177 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 36,678 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 24 Jan 2007 36,678 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 12 Jan 2006 34,639 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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BHW 143A is a 1997 Jaguar E-type in Green with a 3,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1997 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 33,116 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 BHW 143A, 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 29 years old, this Jaguar E-type is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BHW 143A registered?

BHW 143A is a 1997 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is BHW 143A safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHW 143A 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.

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