MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
90,327 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
n/s handbrake lazy
How Reliable is the Jaguar E-type?
Based on 82,373 MOT tests across 9,288 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VKV 898 is a 1979 Jaguar E-type in Grey with a 3,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.
Across all 1979 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 54,177 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 VKV 898, 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 47 years old, this Jaguar E-type is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of VKV 898?
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What year was VKV 898 registered?
VKV 898 is a 1979 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 2 May 1979.
Is VKV 898 safe to buy?
The MOT history for VKV 898 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VKV 898 have outstanding finance?
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