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SBF 53L

1989 Jaguar E-type

Green Petrol 5307cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

51,256 mi
Last recorded51,256 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2017
Typical for 1989 Jaguar E-type52,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBF 53L
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,307cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2017 51,256 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 50,891 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 50,891 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)

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking caliper union (3.6.A.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 50,467 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 50,465 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 50,050 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 49,743 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 48,960 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 48,318 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 47,148 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 48,074 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 44,366 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 43,245 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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SBF 53L is a 1989 Jaguar E-type in Green with a 5,307cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 SBF 53L, 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

How do I check the history of SBF 53L?

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What year was SBF 53L registered?

SBF 53L is a 1989 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 7 December 1989.

Is SBF 53L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBF 53L 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.

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