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WLJ 389J

1970 Jaguar E-type

Blue Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2023
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,460 mi
Last recorded22,460 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2022
Typical for 1970 Jaguar E-type60,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLJ 389J
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 6 Apr 2022 22,460 miles

boot floor in poor condition in places

clutch flexi hose in poor condition

fault with headlamp switch

n/s front inner rack joint worn

parking brake on limit of 16 percent

rear sections of n/s and o/s sills in poor condition

rust on vehicle underside

suspension bushes in poor condition

wear in rear axle

Pass 23 Oct 2018 22,220 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 22,123 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 22,056 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 21,948 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 21,855 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 21,824 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 21,714 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 21,663 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 21,592 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 21,399 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 21,236 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 21,143 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 20,961 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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WLJ 389J is a 1970 Jaguar E-type in Blue with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 WLJ 389J, 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 WLJ 389J?

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What year was WLJ 389J registered?

WLJ 389J is a 1970 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 1 October 1970.

Is WLJ 389J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WLJ 389J shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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