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GBG 985E

1997 Jaguar E-type

Yellow Petrol 4238cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

46,885 mi
Last recorded46,885 miles
Recorded on25 May 2021
Typical for 1997 Jaguar E-type33,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBG 985E
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,238cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2021 46,885 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 46,481 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 46,184 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 45,824 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 45,046 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 44,488 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 44,461 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 44,257 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 44,257 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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GBG 985E is a 1997 Jaguar E-type in Yellow with a 4,238cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 33,116 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 GBG 985E, 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 29 years old, this Jaguar E-type is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GBG 985E?

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What year was GBG 985E registered?

GBG 985E is a 1997 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 3 April 1997.

Is GBG 985E safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBG 985E shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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