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GYU 526C

1986 Jaguar E-type

Grey Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

39,876 mi
Last recorded39,876 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 1986 Jaguar E-type50,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYU 526C
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 39,876 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 39,706 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 39,515 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 39,328 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 39,090 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 38,767 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 38,597 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 38,334 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 38,334 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 12 Sep 2017 38,293 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 37,927 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 37,555 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 8 Sep 2015 37,552 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

coolant leak

Pass 9 Jul 2014 37,162 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 36,869 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 28 Aug 2013 36,864 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 36,545 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 36,371 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 36,063 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 35,808 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 35,808 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 35,808 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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GYU 526C is a 1986 Jaguar E-type in Grey with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GYU 526C, 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 GYU 526C?

You can check the full history of GYU 526C by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GYU 526C registered?

GYU 526C is a 1986 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 20 June 1986.

Is GYU 526C safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYU 526C shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GYU 526C have outstanding finance?

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