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WSV 427

1986 Jaguar E-type

Blue Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2025
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

38,676 mi
Last recorded38,676 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2024
Typical for 1986 Jaguar E-type50,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Jaguar
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSV 427
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2024 38,676 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 38,035 miles

Head lamp masks fitted at time of test

Slight binding on front o/s brake

Pass 25 Sep 2015 37,944 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 37,839 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 37,827 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 37,827 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 37,776 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 37,715 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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WSV 427 is a 1986 Jaguar E-type in Blue with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1986 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 50,362 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 WSV 427, 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 40 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 WSV 427?

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What year was WSV 427 registered?

WSV 427 is a 1986 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 1 July 1986.

Is WSV 427 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSV 427 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WSV 427 have outstanding finance?

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