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KWA 6J

1971 Jaguar E-type

Black Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

27,920 mi
Last recorded27,920 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2022
Typical for 1971 Jaguar E-type55,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWA 6J
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2022 27,920 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 27,771 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 27,549 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 27,396 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 27,114 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 26,944 miles

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal rack (2.3.3b)

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 8 May 2015 26,509 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

exhaust mountings slightly perished

Pass 15 May 2014 25,997 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 25,782 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 25,544 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 25,542 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 25,221 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 24,895 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 24,534 miles

both front lower ball joint rubber dust covers are split ( no play in joints yet )

Fail 28 May 2008 24,514 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

offside front lower ball joint dust cover split

play dectected in steering rack more prominant at offside front wheel

Pass 18 May 2007 23,962 miles

both rear drive shaft inner u.j has slight play

Pass 6 May 2006 23,425 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.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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KWA 6J is a 1971 Jaguar E-type in Black with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 KWA 6J, 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

How do I check the history of KWA 6J?

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What year was KWA 6J registered?

KWA 6J is a 1971 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 14 June 1971.

Is KWA 6J safe to buy?

The MOT history for KWA 6J shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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