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SMF 42F

1991 Jaguar E-type

Blue Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

9,369 mi
Last recorded9,369 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Jaguar E-type45,175 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMF 42F
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 9,369 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 8,396 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 6,151 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 3,110 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 99,357 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 96,805 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 94,536 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 92,192 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 88,128 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 84,521 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 80,146 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 76,246 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 71,613 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 67,032 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 20 May 2013 67,032 miles

Offside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 16 May 2012 62,573 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

radiator bracket bolts lose

Pass 8 Apr 2011 59,640 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 56,314 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 54,281 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 52,078 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 50,141 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 45,855 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 45,844 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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SMF 42F is a 1991 Jaguar E-type in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

Across all 1991 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 45,175 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 SMF 42F, 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 35 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 SMF 42F registered?

SMF 42F is a 1991 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 9 December 1991.

Is SMF 42F safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMF 42F shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SMF 42F have outstanding finance?

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