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LEV 785J

1970 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

94,981 mi
Last recorded94,981 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1970 Jaguar E-type60,313 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEV 785J
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 94,981 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 27%. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 94,927 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 94,871 miles

Both front lower ball joint dust covers perished.

Slight cracks in suspension bushes

Slight engine oil leak

Fail 13 Sep 2018 94,867 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front n/s flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

all suspension bushes cracked but no movement

both front suspension bottom ball joint dust covers deteriorated

both rear trailing arm front bushes slightly unbonded

engine oil leak

Pass 4 Sep 2012 94,395 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 3 Sep 2012 94,395 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 94,379 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 94,379 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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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LEV 785J is a 1970 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1970 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 60,313 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 LEV 785J, 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 56 years old, this Jaguar E-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LEV 785J registered?

LEV 785J is a 1970 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 12 October 1970.

Is LEV 785J safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEV 785J shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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