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GAN 238J

1971 Jaguar E-type

Blue Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,414 mi
Last recorded54,414 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2014
Typical for 1971 Jaguar E-type55,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAN 238J
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 25 Oct 2014 54,414 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 52,381 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 52,349 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 52,318 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 52,300 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 52,267 miles

both front brakes slighy on

Pass 14 Aug 2008 52,245 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 52,217 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 52,174 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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GAN 238J is a 1971 Jaguar E-type in Blue with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 55,971 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 GAN 238J, 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 55 years old, this Jaguar E-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GAN 238J?

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What year was GAN 238J registered?

GAN 238J is a 1971 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 2 April 1971.

Is GAN 238J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAN 238J shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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