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XOJ 851J

1971 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,978 mi
Last recorded72,978 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2017
Typical for 1971 Jaguar E-type55,971 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOJ 851J
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2017 72,978 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 72,639 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 72,631 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 72,035 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 71,479 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 71,099 miles

Both rear tyres perished

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

off side front tyre perished

Pass 21 Sep 2012 70,485 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres perished

offside front tyre perished

Fail 18 Sep 2012 70,475 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Upper Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5) DANGEROUS

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

both rear tyres perished

offside front tyre perished

Pass 13 Aug 2011 70,102 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 69,333 miles

all tyres in poor condition side wall cracking should be changed

play in steering colum uj joints

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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XOJ 851J is a 1971 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 XOJ 851J, 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 XOJ 851J?

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What year was XOJ 851J registered?

XOJ 851J is a 1971 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 29 March 1971.

Is XOJ 851J safe to buy?

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