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VAP 208H

1970 Jaguar E-type

Green Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

1,724 mi
Last recorded1,724 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2018
Typical for 1970 Jaguar E-type60,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAP 208H
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2018 1,724 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 510 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 100,134 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 99,265 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2013

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 2012 98,185 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear differential leaking oil

Slight play in steering column top bearing

Fail 21 Apr 2012 98,185 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear differential leaking oil

Slight play in steering column top bearing

Pass 16 May 2011 98,013 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 97,554 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 96,764 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 96,010 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 95,660 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

suspension joint dust cover split o/s/f †rust on front brake pipe

Fail 25 Apr 2007 95,580 miles

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 3 May 2006 34,691 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2006 94,168 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Statutory seat belt of the wrong type. (5.1.1)

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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VAP 208H is a 1970 Jaguar E-type in Green with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1970 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 60,313 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 VAP 208H, 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 56 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 VAP 208H registered?

VAP 208H is a 1970 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 1 March 1970.

Is VAP 208H safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAP 208H shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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