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MR 99

1972 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

69,055 mi
Last recorded69,055 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1972 Jaguar E-type56,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMR 99
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 69,055 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 68,926 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 65,923 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 65,835 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 65,670 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 65,453 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 65,269 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 65,163 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 64,886 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 64,497 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 64,201 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 63,801 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 63,407 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 63,238 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2006 63,173 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

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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MR 99 is a 1972 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 MR 99, 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

How do I check the history of MR 99?

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What year was MR 99 registered?

MR 99 is a 1972 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 21 January 1972.

Is MR 99 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MR 99 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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