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VKT 778J

1970 Jaguar E-type

Maroon Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

57,425 mi
Last recorded57,425 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2021
Typical for 1970 Jaguar E-type60,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKT 778J
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1970
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2021 57,425 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 57,364 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 57,284 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 57,162 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 56,941 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 56,757 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 56,636 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 56,458 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 55,930 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 55,632 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 54,141 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2009 54,134 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

nearside and offside rear subframe mountings are slightly worn

Pass 1 Feb 2008 54,068 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2008 54,068 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2007 54,059 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2006 53,796 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2006 53,796 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2005 53,029 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2005 53,027 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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VKT 778J is a 1970 Jaguar E-type in Maroon with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 VKT 778J, 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 VKT 778J registered?

VKT 778J is a 1970 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 11 September 1970.

Is VKT 778J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VKT 778J shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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