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FWB 854H

1996 Jaguar E-type

Red Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

1,908 mi
Last recorded1,908 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Jaguar E-type28,961 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWB 854H
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 1,908 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 1,892 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 1,884 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 1,875 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 1,866 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 1,852 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 1,838 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 1,833 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 1,825 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 1,754 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 1,736 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 1,727 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 1,721 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 1,716 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 1,710 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2011 1,694 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 1,688 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 1,688 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 1,664 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 1,536 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 1,534 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2007 1,444 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 1,433 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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FWB 854H is a 1996 Jaguar E-type in Red with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 FWB 854H, 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

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What year was FWB 854H registered?

FWB 854H is a 1996 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 21 February 1996.

Is FWB 854H safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWB 854H shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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