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MVB 6D

1979 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

258 mi
Last recorded258 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2016
Typical for 1979 Jaguar E-type54,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVB 6D
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2016 258 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 118 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 78,327 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 78,289 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 78,387 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 78,287 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 78,047 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2010 78,047 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 77,833 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 77,622 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 77,370 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 77,001 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 76,518 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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MVB 6D is a 1979 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1979 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 54,177 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 MVB 6D, 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 47 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 MVB 6D?

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What year was MVB 6D registered?

MVB 6D is a 1979 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 1 December 1979.

Is MVB 6D safe to buy?

The MOT history for MVB 6D shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MVB 6D have outstanding finance?

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