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ECL 836E

1978 Jaguar Mk II

Blue Petrol 3781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

23,554 mi
Last recorded23,554 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2016
Typical for 1978 Jaguar Mk II49,005 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECL 836E
MakeJaguar
ModelMk II
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,781cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2016 23,554 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured lens (1.4.A.2f)

handbrake low

slight exhaust leak

Pass 8 Aug 2015 22,737 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Aug 2015 22,737 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 22,368 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2014 22,368 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 21,969 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Jun 2013 21,969 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Jun 2012 21,811 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 21,811 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 20,162 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 18,750 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 18,533 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2007 12,819 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 29 Aug 2006 10,505 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Mk II?

Based on 22,000 MOT tests across 2,487 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
2,487
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 847
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 496
Stop lamp not working 428
brake binding 342
Horn not working 233
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ECL 836E is a 1978 Jaguar Mk II in Blue with a 3,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1978 Jaguar Mk II models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 49,005 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 Mk II fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 847 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ECL 836E, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Mk II typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 48 years old, this Jaguar Mk II is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ECL 836E?

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What year was ECL 836E registered?

ECL 836E is a 1978 Jaguar Mk II, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is ECL 836E safe to buy?

The MOT history for ECL 836E shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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