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PLA 165E

1984 Jaguar 420

Green Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,385 mi
Last recorded38,385 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLA 165E
MakeJaguar
Model420
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 21 Jun 2017 38,385 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 38,304 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 38,189 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 38,090 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 38,064 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 37,811 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 37,343 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 37,271 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 37,099 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 36,475 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 36,049 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 35,914 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar 420?

Based on 2,524 MOT tests across 323 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
308
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
323
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 101
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 73
Headlamp not working on main beam 57
Stop lamp not working 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 47
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PLA 165E is a 1984 Jaguar 420 in Green with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Jaguar 420 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PLA 165E, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar 420 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 42 years old, this Jaguar 420 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PLA 165E?

You can check the full history of PLA 165E by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was PLA 165E registered?

PLA 165E is a 1984 Jaguar 420, first registered on 1 March 1984.

Is PLA 165E safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLA 165E shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PLA 165E have outstanding finance?

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