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HSU 838

1988 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 3781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

54,392 mi
Last recorded54,392 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
Typical for 1988 Jaguar E-type49,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHSU 838
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2018 54,392 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 54,342 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 54,267 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 54,107 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 53,693 miles

front suspension trunion gaiters deteriorating

lift in steering column

slight play in n/s rear lower suspension bush

Pass 22 May 2013 53,528 miles

wipers poor

Fail 22 May 2013 53,528 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

wipers poor

Pass 21 May 2012 53,294 miles

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

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 25 May 2011 53,153 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

slight notchy feel to steering

Pass 11 May 2010 53,049 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 53,052 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 52,959 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 52,842 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 52,747 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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HSU 838 is a 1988 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 3,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1988 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 49,410 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 HSU 838, 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 38 years old, this Jaguar E-type is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HSU 838 registered?

HSU 838 is a 1988 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 6 April 1988.

Is HSU 838 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HSU 838 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HSU 838 have outstanding finance?

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