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GVS 271

1992 Jaguar E-type

Blue Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,138 mi
Last recorded5,138 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 1992 Jaguar E-type47,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVS 271
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 8 Dec 2025 5,138 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 5,002 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 4,942 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 4,862 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 4,794 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 4,726 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 4,542 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 4,357 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 4,250 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 4,090 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 3,917 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 3,860 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 3,578 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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GVS 271 is a 1992 Jaguar E-type in Blue with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 47,450 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 GVS 271, 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 34 years old, this Jaguar E-type is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GVS 271?

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What year was GVS 271 registered?

GVS 271 is a 1992 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 12 June 1992.

Is GVS 271 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVS 271 shows 13 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 GVS 271 have outstanding finance?

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