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HMC 12J

1971 Jaguar E-type

Green Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2024
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

13,744 mi
Last recorded13,744 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2023
Typical for 1971 Jaguar E-type55,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHMC 12J
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2023 13,744 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 13,703 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Feb 2022 13,703 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 13,217 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2018 13,215 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2017 12,851 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 12,412 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 11 Feb 2016 12,409 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 11,894 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 13 Feb 2015 11,892 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 11,739 miles

nearside rear brake binding slightly

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 25 Feb 2013 11,585 miles

rear brakes binding slightly

Fail 18 Feb 2013 11,582 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brakes binding slightly

Fail 13 Feb 2012 11,505 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside front floor corroded

Pass 13 Feb 2012 11,505 miles

nearside front floor corroded

Pass 17 Feb 2011 11,307 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 11,307 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 11,101 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 10,878 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2006 10,878 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

hand brake performance low

Pass 12 Aug 2005 9,195 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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HMC 12J is a 1971 Jaguar E-type in Green with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 HMC 12J, 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

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What year was HMC 12J registered?

HMC 12J is a 1971 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 14 May 1971.

Is HMC 12J safe to buy?

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