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FYC 810C

1978 Jaguar E-type

Grey Petrol 3781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

375 mi
Last recorded375 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1978 Jaguar E-type55,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYC 810C
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 375 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 346 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 122 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2024 122 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 19,017 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2010 19,014 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 18,691 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 18,681 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 16,438 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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FYC 810C is a 1978 Jaguar E-type in Grey with a 3,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1978 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 55,229 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FYC 810C, 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 48 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 FYC 810C?

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What year was FYC 810C registered?

FYC 810C is a 1978 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 7 July 1978.

Is FYC 810C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYC 810C shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FYC 810C have outstanding finance?

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