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VOD 171J

1971 Jaguar E-type

Yellow Petrol 5300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

51,123 mi
Last recorded51,123 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2014
Typical for 1971 Jaguar E-type55,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVOD 171J
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,300cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2014 51,123 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 50,697 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 50,120 miles

near side rear hub oil seal starting to leak not affecting brake effort or balance

side light switch worn

Pass 17 Aug 2011 49,598 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 49,260 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 49,155 miles

temporary repair to indicator stalk

Fail 18 Aug 2009 49,153 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2008 48,999 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 48,866 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 48,792 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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VOD 171J is a 1971 Jaguar E-type in Yellow with a 5,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1971 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 55,971 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 VOD 171J, 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 55 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 VOD 171J?

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What year was VOD 171J registered?

VOD 171J is a 1971 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is VOD 171J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VOD 171J shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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