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KBD 117C

1998 Jaguar E-type

Silver Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

64,474 mi
Last recorded64,474 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2024
Typical for 1998 Jaguar E-type43,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBD 117C
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2024 64,474 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 62,904 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 62,608 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 62,607 miles

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

Front Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 19 May 2016 62,307 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 61,922 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 61,395 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 58,833 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 57,932 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 May 2012 57,932 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 54,541 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 51,328 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 50,528 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 48,179 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 47,489 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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KBD 117C is a 1998 Jaguar E-type in Silver with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 KBD 117C, 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 KBD 117C registered?

KBD 117C is a 1998 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 9 June 1998.

Is KBD 117C safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBD 117C shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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