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FSU 551

1980 Jaguar E-type

Green Petrol 3442cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,809 mi
Last recorded70,809 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1980 Jaguar E-type46,029 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSU 551
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,442cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2025 70,809 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 70,809 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 70,809 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 70,809 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 70,809 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 70,809 miles

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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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FSU 551 is a 1980 Jaguar E-type in Green with a 3,442cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 46,029 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 FSU 551, 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 46 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 FSU 551?

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What year was FSU 551 registered?

FSU 551 is a 1980 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 12 June 1980.

Is FSU 551 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSU 551 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FSU 551 have outstanding finance?

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