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FML 6J

1978 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

89,437 mi
Last recorded89,437 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 1978 Jaguar E-type55,229 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFML 6J
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 89,437 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 89,404 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 89,325 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 89,274 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 89,229 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 89,002 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 88,878 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 88,692 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 88,670 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2010 88,628 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 88,628 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 88,450 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 88,403 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 88,297 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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FML 6J is a 1978 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1978 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 55,229 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 FML 6J, 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 48 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 FML 6J?

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What year was FML 6J registered?

FML 6J is a 1978 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 1 June 1978.

Is FML 6J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FML 6J 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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