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FTJ 43C

1989 Jaguar E-type

Grey Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

52,739 mi
Last recorded52,739 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2015
Typical for 1989 Jaguar E-type52,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTJ 43C
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2015 52,739 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 May 2014 93,310 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 92,582 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 92,109 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 91,748 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 May 2008 91,729 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 91,707 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 91,707 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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FTJ 43C is a 1989 Jaguar E-type in Grey with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1989 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 52,273 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 FTJ 43C, 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 37 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 FTJ 43C?

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What year was FTJ 43C registered?

FTJ 43C is a 1989 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 28 November 1989.

Is FTJ 43C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTJ 43C shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FTJ 43C have outstanding finance?

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