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SSU 578

1971 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

2,988 mi
Last recorded2,988 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2024
Typical for 1971 Jaguar E-type55,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSU 578
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2024 2,988 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 1,971 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 99,917 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 98,822 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 97,965 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 97,121 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 96,912 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 95,435 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 94,378 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 94,374 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2012 93,157 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 92,044 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 92,016 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 91,332 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 90,695 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 90,281 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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SSU 578 is a 1971 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 SSU 578, 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 SSU 578?

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What year was SSU 578 registered?

SSU 578 is a 1971 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 9 March 1971.

Is SSU 578 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSU 578 shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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