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FWB 778H

1989 Jaguar E-type

White Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

87,515 mi
Last recorded87,515 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Jaguar E-type52,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWB 778H
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 87,515 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 86,710 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 85,490 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 84,865 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 83,792 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 83,195 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 82,093 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 81,372 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 80,460 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 79,640 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 78,873 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 77,464 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 76,504 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 75,394 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 74,541 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 73,616 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 73,429 miles

Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Coolant leak

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front steering rack mountings have slight movement not excessive

n/s/f wheel bearing has slight play

Fail 3 Nov 2009 73,429 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Coolant leak

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front steering rack mountings have slight movement not excessive

n/s/f wheel bearing has slight play

Pass 3 Oct 2006 73,386 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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FWB 778H is a 1989 Jaguar E-type in White with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 FWB 778H, 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 FWB 778H?

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What year was FWB 778H registered?

FWB 778H is a 1989 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 26 September 1989.

Is FWB 778H safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWB 778H shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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