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BRC 787H

1998 Jaguar E-type

Blue Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

63,678 mi
Last recorded63,678 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Jaguar E-type43,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRC 787H
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 63,678 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2026 63,671 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 63,476 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 63,225 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 63,223 miles

rear discs in poor condition

Fail 25 Sep 2012 63,223 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

can not remove fuel cap

rear discs in poor condition

Pass 18 Apr 2008 62,814 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 62,823 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm which is adjustable, locking device missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm which is adjustable, locking device missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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BRC 787H is a 1998 Jaguar E-type in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1998 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 43,042 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 BRC 787H, 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 28 years old, this Jaguar E-type is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BRC 787H?

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What year was BRC 787H registered?

BRC 787H is a 1998 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 21 January 1998.

Is BRC 787H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRC 787H shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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