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KYD 351D

1980 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

94,497 mi
Last recorded94,497 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1980 Jaguar E-type46,029 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKYD 351D
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 94,497 miles
Fail 18 May 2026 94,483 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Apr 2017 94,038 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2017 94,038 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 4,027 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 94,006 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 15 May 2010 94,006 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 93,854 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 93,834 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 93,734 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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KYD 351D is a 1980 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1980 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 46,029 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 KYD 351D, 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 46 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 KYD 351D registered?

KYD 351D is a 1980 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 1 March 1980.

Is KYD 351D safe to buy?

The MOT history for KYD 351D shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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