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DRS 72K

1971 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

80,648 mi
Last recorded80,648 miles
Recorded on17 May 2021
Typical for 1971 Jaguar E-type55,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRS 72K
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2021 80,648 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 80,446 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 80,136 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 80,136 miles

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 79,975 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 79,684 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 79,256 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 78,515 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 77,773 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 76,799 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 76,082 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 31 May 2011 75,867 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 75,593 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Poor effort from n/s/r parking brake

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 12 Jun 2010 75,593 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

nearside rear parking brake no effort

Pass 13 May 2009 75,120 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 4,456 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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DRS 72K is a 1971 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1971 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 55,971 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 DRS 72K, 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 55 years old, this Jaguar E-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DRS 72K registered?

DRS 72K is a 1971 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 23 November 1971.

Is DRS 72K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRS 72K shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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