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SFD 955M

1987 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 5300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

63,123 mi
Last recorded63,123 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 1987 Jaguar E-type48,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFD 955M
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,300cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 63,123 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 56,323 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 54,534 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 53,514 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 52,508 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 52,267 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 51,396 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 51,395 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 48,687 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 48,685 miles

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

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 47,607 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 47,607 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2007 46,217 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 46,110 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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SFD 955M is a 1987 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 5,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1987 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 48,220 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 SFD 955M, 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 39 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 SFD 955M?

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What year was SFD 955M registered?

SFD 955M is a 1987 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 10 April 1987.

Is SFD 955M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFD 955M shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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