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EWD 40C

1978 Jaguar Mk II

White Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2019
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,103 mi
Last recorded52,103 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2018
Typical for 1978 Jaguar Mk II49,005 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEWD 40C
MakeJaguar
ModelMk II
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 8 Mar 2018 52,103 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 51,493 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 49,907 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 49,748 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 49,005 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 48,219 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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EWD 40C is a 1978 Jaguar Mk II in White with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EWD 40C, 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 EWD 40C?

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What year was EWD 40C registered?

EWD 40C is a 1978 Jaguar Mk II, first registered on 1 November 1978.

Is EWD 40C safe to buy?

The MOT history for EWD 40C shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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