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KSV 173

1984 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 3781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

852 mi
Last recorded852 miles
Recorded on27 May 2015
Typical for 1984 Jaguar E-type26,759 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKSV 173
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,781cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2015 852 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 683 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 683 miles

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 631 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 539 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 539 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 May 2008 429 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 9 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 4 miles

Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

body trims on bonnet insecure

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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KSV 173 is a 1984 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 3,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 26,759 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 KSV 173, 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 42 years old, this Jaguar E-type is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KSV 173?

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What year was KSV 173 registered?

KSV 173 is a 1984 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 8 October 1984.

Is KSV 173 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KSV 173 shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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