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XBA 996K

1972 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,838 mi
Last recorded46,838 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 1972 Jaguar E-type56,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBA 996K
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2025 46,838 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated All 4 fronts, cracking and insecure (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 47 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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XBA 996K is a 1972 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 56,292 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 XBA 996K, 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 54 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 XBA 996K?

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What year was XBA 996K registered?

XBA 996K is a 1972 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 10 April 1972.

Is XBA 996K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBA 996K shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XBA 996K have outstanding finance?

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