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LYY 492K

1971 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

80,505 mi
Last recorded80,505 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 1971 Jaguar E-type55,971 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYY 492K
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 80,505 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

imissions not tested

Pass 29 Jun 2015 80,355 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 80,345 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 80,172 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 79,424 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2009 79,398 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 79,398 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 79,362 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 79,179 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 78,929 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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LYY 492K is a 1971 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LYY 492K, 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 LYY 492K?

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What year was LYY 492K registered?

LYY 492K is a 1971 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 6 October 1971.

Is LYY 492K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYY 492K shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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