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FBY 399H

1998 Jaguar E-type

White Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

69,349 mi
Last recorded69,349 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2023
Typical for 1998 Jaguar E-type43,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBY 399H
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2023 69,349 miles

engine has small leak of oil

gearbox has a leak of oil

rear differential has a leak of oil

Pass 26 Jul 2022 69,247 miles

rear number plate slightly obstructed

Pass 29 Jul 2021 69,158 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 69,039 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 68,924 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 68,796 miles

front shock absorbers have slightly worn bushes

Fail 12 Jun 2018 68,795 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

front shock absorbers have slightly worn bushes

Pass 20 Jun 2017 68,663 miles

Front shock Absorber bushes deteriorated BOTH

Pass 23 Jun 2016 68,573 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 68,233 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 68,133 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 67,971 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 67,638 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 67,223 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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FBY 399H is a 1998 Jaguar E-type in White with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FBY 399H, 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 FBY 399H?

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What year was FBY 399H registered?

FBY 399H is a 1998 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 23 June 1998.

Is FBY 399H safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBY 399H shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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