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BS 7679

1989 Jaguar E-type

Green Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

14,827 mi
Last recorded14,827 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 1989 Jaguar E-type52,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBS 7679
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2017 14,827 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 14,787 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 14,709 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 14,702 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 14,580 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 14,308 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 13,614 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 13,399 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

sign of corrosion door steps to sills

slight play in rack

Pass 24 May 2006 13,276 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 13,276 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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BS 7679 is a 1989 Jaguar E-type in Green with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1989 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 52,273 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 BS 7679, 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 37 years old, this Jaguar E-type is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BS 7679 registered?

BS 7679 is a 1989 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 19 July 1989.

Is BS 7679 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BS 7679 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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