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MRD 470J

1971 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 5340cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2024
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,261 mi
Last recorded37,261 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2023
Typical for 1971 Jaguar E-type55,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRD 470J
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,340cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 4 Oct 2023 37,261 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 37,159 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Pas rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2017 37,055 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 36,676 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 36,151 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 35,186 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 32,558 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2011 31,608 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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MRD 470J is a 1971 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 5,340cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MRD 470J, 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 MRD 470J registered?

MRD 470J is a 1971 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 4 May 1971.

Is MRD 470J safe to buy?

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