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XKE 86

1974 Jaguar E-type

Black Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

58,381 mi
Last recorded58,381 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2020
Typical for 1974 Jaguar E-type47,427 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Jaguar
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXKE 86
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2020 58,381 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 58,368 miles

Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned within the front indicator lens (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Reversing light stay on in neutral , and also obscure the end iof the rear number plate

possible fuel leak from nearside carbs

Pass 29 Aug 2018 58,168 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2018 58,167 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Driver's door catch missing (6.2.3 (c) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 58,118 miles

Oil leak ()

gear box oil leaking.

Pass 15 Sep 2016 58,015 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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XKE 86 is a 1974 Jaguar E-type in Black with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1974 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 47,427 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XKE 86, 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 52 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 XKE 86?

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What year was XKE 86 registered?

XKE 86 is a 1974 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 1 July 1974.

Is XKE 86 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XKE 86 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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