MOT Status
ValidMileage
80,137 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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How Reliable is the Jaguar E-type?
Based on 82,373 MOT tests across 9,288 vehicles.
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FAW 242C is a 1998 Jaguar E-type in Blue with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.
Across all 1998 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 43,042 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 FAW 242C, 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 28 years old, this Jaguar E-type is still in the earlier part of its expected life.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of FAW 242C?
You can check the full history of FAW 242C by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was FAW 242C registered?
FAW 242C is a 1998 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 10 February 1998.
Is FAW 242C safe to buy?
The MOT history for FAW 242C shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FAW 242C have outstanding finance?
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