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DSU 377

1987 Jaguar E-type

Green Petrol 3781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

30,553 mi
Last recorded30,553 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2020
Typical for 1987 Jaguar E-type48,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSU 377
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2020 30,553 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 20,974 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Dec 2017 23,260 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 20,227 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 20,013 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 20,805 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 20,374 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2012 20,734 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 20,146 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 20,136 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2010 20,888 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 20,290 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2008 20,256 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 20,256 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 20,363 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 20,886 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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DSU 377 is a 1987 Jaguar E-type in Green with a 3,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1987 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 48,220 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 DSU 377, 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 39 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 DSU 377?

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What year was DSU 377 registered?

DSU 377 is a 1987 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 22 April 1987.

Is DSU 377 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSU 377 shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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