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HDC 79E

1979 Jaguar E-type

Blue Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,188 mi
Last recorded80,188 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
Typical for 1979 Jaguar E-type54,177 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHDC 79E
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 19 Sep 2017 80,188 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 79,601 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 79,420 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 78,874 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 78,558 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 78,321 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 77,596 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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HDC 79E is a 1979 Jaguar E-type in Blue with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 54,177 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 HDC 79E, 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 47 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 HDC 79E?

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What year was HDC 79E registered?

HDC 79E is a 1979 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 18 April 1979.

Is HDC 79E safe to buy?

The MOT history for HDC 79E shows 7 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 HDC 79E have outstanding finance?

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