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HGU 243J

1971 Jaguar E-type

Green Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,553 mi
Last recorded90,553 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1971 Jaguar E-type55,971 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGU 243J
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2026 90,553 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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HGU 243J is a 1971 Jaguar E-type in Green with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 55,971 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 HGU 243J, 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 55 years old, this Jaguar E-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HGU 243J?

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What year was HGU 243J registered?

HGU 243J is a 1971 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is HGU 243J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGU 243J shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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