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EJF 871C

1982 Jaguar E-type

Grey Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,940 mi
Last recorded25,940 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1982 Jaguar E-type27,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJF 871C
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1982
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 25,940 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 25,900 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 25,716 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 25,579 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 25,457 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 24,982 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 24,707 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 24,276 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 24,009 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 23,583 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 23,060 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 19,537 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 16,192 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 15,771 miles

brake pipe from master cylinder chafed, recommend new brake pipe.

pipe/s generally close to frame under bonnet

Fail 10 May 2013 15,762 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

brake pipe from master cylinder chafed, recommend new brake pipe.

Pass 10 May 2012 14,453 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 13,703 miles

offside front brake hose very close to steering arm

Fail 5 Jul 2011 13,698 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

offside front brake hose very close to steering arm

Fail 20 May 2011 13,610 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

rear exhaust mounting broken recommend attention

Pass 10 Nov 2009 12,945 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 12,405 miles

Oil leak

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 9,439 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2007 9,439 miles

Offside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Pass 5 May 2006 6,113 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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EJF 871C is a 1982 Jaguar E-type in Grey with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 EJF 871C, 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 EJF 871C?

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What year was EJF 871C registered?

EJF 871C is a 1982 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is EJF 871C safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJF 871C shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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