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PCL 173J

1971 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

74,601 mi
Last recorded74,601 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2017
Typical for 1971 Jaguar E-type55,971 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPCL 173J
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2017 74,601 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 74,226 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 74,225 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2015 74,225 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 73,956 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 73,620 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 73,480 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 73,188 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 72,747 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 72,053 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 71,845 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 71,394 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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PCL 173J is a 1971 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 PCL 173J, 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

How do I check the history of PCL 173J?

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What year was PCL 173J registered?

PCL 173J is a 1971 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 13 January 1971.

Is PCL 173J safe to buy?

The MOT history for PCL 173J shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PCL 173J have outstanding finance?

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