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GSJ 708

1997 Jaguar E-type

Blue Petrol 3781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,759 mi
Last recorded11,759 miles
Recorded on17 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Jaguar E-type33,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGSJ 708
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,781cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 17 May 2016 11,759 miles

Nearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 11,471 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 11,241 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 10,958 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 10,603 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 10,252 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 9,821 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 9,400 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 9,090 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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GSJ 708 is a 1997 Jaguar E-type in Blue with a 3,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GSJ 708, 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 GSJ 708?

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What year was GSJ 708 registered?

GSJ 708 is a 1997 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 23 September 1997.

Is GSJ 708 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GSJ 708 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.

Does GSJ 708 have outstanding finance?

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