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MGL 6

1989 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,067 mi
Last recorded55,067 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2014
Typical for 1989 Jaguar E-type52,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGL 6
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2014 55,067 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 5,021 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 4,945 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 4,846 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 4,704 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 4,638 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2008 4,638 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Road wheel spoke missing (4.2.A.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 4,561 miles

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

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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MGL 6 is a 1989 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1989 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 52,273 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 MGL 6, 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 37 years old, this Jaguar E-type is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MGL 6?

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What year was MGL 6 registered?

MGL 6 is a 1989 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 4 October 1989.

Is MGL 6 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGL 6 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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