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FPB 255B

1986 Jaguar E-type

Blue Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

92,944 mi
Last recorded92,944 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 1986 Jaguar E-type50,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPB 255B
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 92,944 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 92,682 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 92,191 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 91,979 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 91,358 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 90,880 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 90,336 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 89,684 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside rear tyre worn low on inner edge

Fail 15 Jun 2012 89,680 miles

Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside rear tyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 15 Jun 2011 88,769 miles

offside rear tyre worn low on inner edge

steering wheel in poor condition

Pass 29 Jun 2010 88,051 miles

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

drivers seat security would benefit from attention

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

slight free play nearside of steering rack

steering wheel in poor condition

water leak

Pass 23 Jun 2009 85,816 miles

slight free play nearside of steering rack

Pass 1 Jul 2008 84,566 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

offside front tyre generally worn on inner edge

Pass 1 Jun 2007 83,651 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 82,542 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 82,542 miles

Nearside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

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

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2005 81,797 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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FPB 255B is a 1986 Jaguar E-type in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1986 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 50,362 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 FPB 255B, 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 40 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 FPB 255B?

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What year was FPB 255B registered?

FPB 255B is a 1986 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 1 March 1986.

Is FPB 255B safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPB 255B shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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