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DHV 12E

1975 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2023
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,578 mi
Last recorded47,578 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2022
Typical for 1975 Jaguar E-type41,181 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHV 12E
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2022 47,578 miles

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 47,287 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 47,287 miles

Front Position lamp not working offside and nearside (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working offside and nearside (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Sep 2019 47,277 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Nov 2017 47,218 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension support bearing slightly worn (2.4.G.4d)

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension support bearing slightly worn (2.4.G.4d)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 47,014 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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DHV 12E is a 1975 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1975 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 41,181 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 DHV 12E, 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 51 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 DHV 12E?

You can check the full history of DHV 12E by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DHV 12E registered?

DHV 12E is a 1975 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 1 April 1975.

Is DHV 12E safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHV 12E shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DHV 12E have outstanding finance?

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