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RSU 716

1989 Jaguar E-type

Green Petrol 3781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

11,191 mi
Last recorded11,191 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2021
Typical for 1989 Jaguar E-type52,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSU 716
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,781cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Jun 2021 11,191 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions marked 'not for highway use'. (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions marked 'not for highway use'. (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions marked 'not for highway use'. (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions marked 'not for highway use'. (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 11,186 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 May 2019 11,154 miles

Offside Rear Hub cover missing

Pass 17 Apr 2013 10,871 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 10,871 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 10,797 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 10,797 miles

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 10,648 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 10,433 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 10,211 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 10,063 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 9,850 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 9,534 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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RSU 716 is a 1989 Jaguar E-type in Green with a 3,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1989 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 52,273 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RSU 716, 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 37 years old, this Jaguar E-type is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RSU 716 registered?

RSU 716 is a 1989 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 1 March 1989.

Is RSU 716 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSU 716 shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RSU 716 have outstanding finance?

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