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SSD 880

1961 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

63,311 mi
Last recorded63,311 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 1961 Jaguar E-type36,112 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSD 880
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1961
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2017 63,311 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 63,308 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 63,290 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 63,264 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Wheel fitment excessively worn between the wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Wheel fitment excessively worn between the wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases nearside centre silencer joint clamp loose (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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SSD 880 is a 1961 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1961 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 36,112 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 SSD 880, 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 65 years old, this Jaguar E-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SSD 880 registered?

SSD 880 is a 1961 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 31 December 1961.

Is SSD 880 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSD 880 shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SSD 880 have outstanding finance?

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