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FMU 665J

1971 Jaguar E-type

Blue Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

27,426 mi
Last recorded27,426 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1971 Jaguar E-type55,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMU 665J
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 27,426 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 27,296 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2024 27,273 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 27,085 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 26,972 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 26,610 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 26,326 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 25,934 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 25,138 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 24,264 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 23,489 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 21,976 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 21,715 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 21,118 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 20,566 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 19,582 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 18,814 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 18,806 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

play in steering rack or column.

Pass 24 Feb 2009 17,909 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2009 17,909 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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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FMU 665J is a 1971 Jaguar E-type in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1971 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 55,971 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 FMU 665J, 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 55 years old, this Jaguar E-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FMU 665J?

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What year was FMU 665J registered?

FMU 665J is a 1971 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 14 January 1971.

Is FMU 665J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMU 665J shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FMU 665J have outstanding finance?

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