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JSJ 565

1998 Jaguar E-type

Maroon Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

58,359 mi
Last recorded58,359 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Jaguar E-type43,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJSJ 565
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 58,359 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2025 58,359 miles

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2017 58,365 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 58,359 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Headlamp aim not tested lights to dim to test (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Rear wheel rubbing

Pass 27 Apr 2012 58,359 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 58,359 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 58,359 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 58,359 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 58,359 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 58,359 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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JSJ 565 is a 1998 Jaguar E-type in Maroon with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 43,042 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 JSJ 565, 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 28 years old, this Jaguar E-type is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JSJ 565 registered?

JSJ 565 is a 1998 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 1 February 1998.

Is JSJ 565 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JSJ 565 shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JSJ 565 have outstanding finance?

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