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GFC 971

1978 Jaguar E-type

Blue Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,130 mi
Last recorded2,130 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1978 Jaguar E-type55,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFC 971
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 27 May 2026 2,130 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 2,127 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 2,122 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 2,117 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 2,111 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 1,996 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 1,897 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 1,829 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 1,725 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 1,599 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 1,575 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 1,435 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 1,411 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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GFC 971 is a 1978 Jaguar E-type in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 GFC 971, 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 GFC 971?

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What year was GFC 971 registered?

GFC 971 is a 1978 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 1 May 1978.

Is GFC 971 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFC 971 shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GFC 971 have outstanding finance?

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