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VJN 853H

1970 Jaguar E-type

Yellow Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

58,799 mi
Last recorded58,799 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2020
Typical for 1970 Jaguar E-type60,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJN 853H
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2020 58,799 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 58,696 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 58,644 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 58,572 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 58,431 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 58,360 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 May 2014 58,260 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 58,189 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 58,189 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 58,088 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 58,088 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 58,027 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 57,850 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 57,850 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

battery not charging

slight leak from fuel tank

Pass 20 Mar 2009 57,809 miles

slight petrol leak from rear under fuel tank.

Pass 19 Mar 2008 57,727 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 57,727 miles

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 57,657 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 57,615 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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VJN 853H is a 1970 Jaguar E-type in Yellow with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VJN 853H, 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

How do I check the history of VJN 853H?

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What year was VJN 853H registered?

VJN 853H is a 1970 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 5 May 1970.

Is VJN 853H safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJN 853H shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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