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MMY 121

1997 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

114,280 mi
Last recorded114,280 miles
Recorded on13 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Jaguar E-type33,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMMY 121
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2017 114,280 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 13,273 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 12,506 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 12,183 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 11,737 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 11,111 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 10,234 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 10,234 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 9,801 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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MMY 121 is a 1997 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 33,116 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 MMY 121, 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 29 years old, this Jaguar E-type is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MMY 121?

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What year was MMY 121 registered?

MMY 121 is a 1997 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 24 July 1997.

Is MMY 121 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MMY 121 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MMY 121 have outstanding finance?

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