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MBD 843K

1972 Jaguar E-type

White Petrol 5300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

76,592 mi
Last recorded76,592 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 1972 Jaguar E-type56,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBD 843K
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,300cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 76,592 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 76,505 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2023 76,399 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 76,325 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 76,143 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 75,893 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 75,640 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 74,803 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 74,533 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 74,344 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 74,334 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 73,698 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 73,142 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 73,139 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 71,895 miles

center exhaust strap missing

n / s hand brake didnt lock poor reading

n/s steering rack boot perished

o/s/f lower ball joint dust cover spit

o/s/r wheel apears loose on spline

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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MBD 843K is a 1972 Jaguar E-type in White with a 5,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1972 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 56,292 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 MBD 843K, 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 54 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 MBD 843K registered?

MBD 843K is a 1972 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 7 June 1972.

Is MBD 843K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBD 843K shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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