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XLJ 250K

1971 Jaguar E-type

Blue Petrol 4700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

88,771 mi
Last recorded88,771 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Jaguar E-type55,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLJ 250K
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,700cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2017 88,771 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 88,771 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 88,762 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 88,737 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 88,705 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 88,517 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 88,517 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 58,515 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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XLJ 250K is a 1971 Jaguar E-type in Blue with a 4,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 XLJ 250K, 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 XLJ 250K?

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What year was XLJ 250K registered?

XLJ 250K is a 1971 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 11 October 1971.

Is XLJ 250K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLJ 250K 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.

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