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FAW 149C

2005 Jaguar E-type

Blue Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

11,136 mi
Last recorded11,136 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar E-type40,151 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAW 149C
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 11,136 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 10,866 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 10,711 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 10,511 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 10,292 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 9,701 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

steering slightly rough

Pass 19 Mar 2020 9,300 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 9,283 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 8,783 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2018 8,783 miles

Fuel system component leaking all three float chambers (7.2.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 8,581 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 8,270 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 7,841 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 16 Mar 2015 7,841 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 7,156 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 6,109 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 4 Mar 2013 6,109 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 5,415 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 27 Feb 2012 5,415 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 4,670 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 4,255 miles

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Upper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 3,712 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 3,704 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 3,382 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 2,951 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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FAW 149C is a 2005 Jaguar E-type in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2005 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 40,151 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 FAW 149C, 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 21 years old, this Jaguar E-type is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FAW 149C registered?

FAW 149C is a 2005 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 16 February 2005.

Is FAW 149C safe to buy?

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