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UVP 517H

1989 Jaguar E-type

Blue Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,413 mi
Last recorded8,413 miles
Recorded on28 May 2021
Typical for 1989 Jaguar E-type52,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUVP 517H
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2021 8,413 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 8,365 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2018 8,365 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2017 8,277 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 8,043 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 7,906 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2013 7,906 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 7,655 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 7,599 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 6,903 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 5,386 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 4,404 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 4,404 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2007 2,891 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 2,016 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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UVP 517H is a 1989 Jaguar E-type in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 52,273 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 UVP 517H, 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 37 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 UVP 517H registered?

UVP 517H is a 1989 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 1 June 1989.

Is UVP 517H safe to buy?

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