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XTR 581J

1971 Jaguar E-type

Yellow Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

99,748 mi
Last recorded99,748 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2022
Typical for 1971 Jaguar E-type55,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTR 581J
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2022 99,748 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 98,040 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 96,695 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 95,911 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 94,940 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 94,252 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 93,223 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 92,263 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 91,269 miles

end play in both sides of steering rack

small splits in both ball joint gaiters

Pass 10 May 2013 90,633 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 89,992 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 89,253 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 88,245 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 87,356 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 18 Apr 2009 87,346 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

o/s and n/s front top shocker split pins missing

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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XTR 581J is a 1971 Jaguar E-type in Yellow with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 XTR 581J, 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 XTR 581J?

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What year was XTR 581J registered?

XTR 581J is a 1971 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 12 March 1971.

Is XTR 581J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTR 581J shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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