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SKW 436J

1971 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

73,718 mi
Last recorded73,718 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1971 Jaguar E-type55,971 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKW 436J
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 73,718 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 72,776 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2025 72,767 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 72,106 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 70,409 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 67,721 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 66,425 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 66,075 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 65,848 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 65,378 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 64,699 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 64,098 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 63,488 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 63,013 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 62,225 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 61,458 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 61,389 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 61,170 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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SKW 436J is a 1971 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 SKW 436J, 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 SKW 436J?

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What year was SKW 436J registered?

SKW 436J is a 1971 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is SKW 436J safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKW 436J shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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