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DNC 385C

1982 Jaguar E-type

Blue Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

98,061 mi
Last recorded98,061 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2021
Typical for 1982 Jaguar E-type27,920 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDNC 385C
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2021 98,061 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 97,518 miles

Front Tyres- both; Deterioration cracks inbetween tread

Pass 18 Jun 2016 97,425 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 3 Jun 2016 97,423 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases right hand system (7.1.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 May 2015 97,337 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 97,285 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 May 2013 97,192 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 May 2012 97,025 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 96,932 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 96,904 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 96,822 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 96,822 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 96,525 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 96,493 miles

Offside Front Road wheel spoke missing (4.2.A.1b)

Steering wheel weakened by fractures (2.1.1)

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

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

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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DNC 385C is a 1982 Jaguar E-type in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1982 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 27,920 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 DNC 385C, 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 44 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 DNC 385C?

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What year was DNC 385C registered?

DNC 385C is a 1982 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 10 August 1982.

Is DNC 385C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DNC 385C shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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