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MCW 61J

1971 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

23,787 mi
Last recorded23,787 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 1971 Jaguar E-type55,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCW 61J
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 23,787 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 21,142 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 19,822 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 15,148 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 13,701 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 11,935 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 10,283 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel hub spigot mounting slightly worn (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 8,628 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 6,814 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 4,576 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 3,001 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 99,334 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 97,890 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 96,636 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 96,545 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 96,545 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 96,200 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 96,200 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

slight/wear /play in steering clm top joint

Pass 9 May 2008 95,693 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 35,059 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 95,092 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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MCW 61J is a 1971 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 MCW 61J, 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

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What year was MCW 61J registered?

MCW 61J is a 1971 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 22 March 1971.

Is MCW 61J safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCW 61J shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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