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DXJ 487C

1987 Jaguar E-type

Blue Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

65,063 mi
Last recorded65,063 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 1987 Jaguar E-type48,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDXJ 487C
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 65,063 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 65,063 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 65,063 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 64,865 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 64,350 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 64,005 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 63,459 miles

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

exhaust mountings on centre section starting to deteriorate

off side engine mounting starting to deteriorate

off side rear brake disc starting to rust on outer face

Fail 14 Jun 2011 63,451 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

exhaust mountings on centre section starting to deteriorate

off side engine mounting starting to deteriorate

off side rear brake disc starting to rust on outer face

Pass 8 Jul 2010 63,446 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 63,376 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 63,245 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 63,228 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2005 63,228 miles

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

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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DXJ 487C is a 1987 Jaguar E-type in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1987 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 48,220 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 DXJ 487C, 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

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What year was DXJ 487C registered?

DXJ 487C is a 1987 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 1 February 1987.

Is DXJ 487C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DXJ 487C shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DXJ 487C have outstanding finance?

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