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2 XBH

1974 Jaguar E-type

Yellow Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,523 mi
Last recorded67,523 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2014
Typical for 1974 Jaguar E-type47,427 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration2 XBH
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2014 67,523 miles

All steering and suspension rubbers deteriorated.

both sides driveshaft inner couplings have slight play/wear

nearside front engine frame has damage( lower section)

park brake travel close to maximum

Fail 27 Jan 2014 67,490 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

all tyres beginning to perrish/crack

both sides rear drive shaft, inner couplings have slight play/wear

front suspension and steering rubber bushes deteriorated

park brake ,close to no reserve travel

water hoses appear to be deteriorated

Pass 27 Jan 2014 67,490 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all tyres beginning to perrish/crack

both sides rear drive shaft, inner couplings have slight play/wear

front suspension and steering rubber bushes deteriorated

park brake ,close to no reserve travel

water hoses appear to be deteriorated

Pass 25 Jun 2009 67,309 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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2 XBH is a 1974 Jaguar E-type in Yellow with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 2 XBH, 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

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What year was 2 XBH registered?

2 XBH is a 1974 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 18 August 1974.

Is 2 XBH safe to buy?

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