CarVerify

Free Car Check

GNX 486C

1986 Jaguar E-type

Grey Petrol 4200cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

71,096 mi
Last recorded71,096 miles
Recorded on25 May 2022
Typical for 1986 Jaguar E-type50,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Jaguar
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNX 486C
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2022 71,096 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 18 May 2022 71,096 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 69,893 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 69,292 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 69,292 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 69,287 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 68,084 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint inner and outer (2.4.G.4b)

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

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint inner and outer (2.4.G.4b)

Fail 13 Jun 2016 68,084 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint inner and outer (2.4.G.4b)

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

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint inner and outer (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 66,186 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 24,339 miles

n/s/r bottom arm has slight wear

o/s/f n/s/f wheel bearings have slight play

Pass 24 Nov 2010 48,185 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 48,159 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 48,126 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 49,101 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 48,050 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 48,012 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
Full Jaguar E-type reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GNX 486C is a 1986 Jaguar E-type in Grey with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1986 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 50,362 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 GNX 486C, 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 40 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 GNX 486C?

You can check the full history of GNX 486C by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GNX 486C registered?

GNX 486C is a 1986 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 1 May 1986.

Is GNX 486C safe to buy?

The MOT history for GNX 486C shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GNX 486C have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GNX 486C. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.