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FDS 579D

1996 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,824 mi
Last recorded67,824 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2017
Typical for 1996 Jaguar E-type28,961 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDS 579D
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 23 Nov 2017 67,824 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 67,738 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 67,456 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 67,062 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 66,805 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 65,926 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 65,589 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 65,563 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 65,282 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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FDS 579D is a 1996 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 28,961 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 FDS 579D, 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 30 years old, this Jaguar E-type is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FDS 579D?

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What year was FDS 579D registered?

FDS 579D is a 1996 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 24 October 1996.

Is FDS 579D safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDS 579D shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FDS 579D have outstanding finance?

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