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GYY 288L

1972 Jaguar E-type

Yellow Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

87,719 mi
Last recorded87,719 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2021
Typical for 1972 Jaguar E-type56,292 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYY 288L
MakeJaguar
ModelE-type
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2021 87,719 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 57,295 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 87,273 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 87,251 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 87,228 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 87,107 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 86,946 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 6,940 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension retaining device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension retaining device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

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

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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GYY 288L is a 1972 Jaguar E-type in Yellow with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1972 Jaguar E-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 56,292 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 GYY 288L, 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 54 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 GYY 288L?

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What year was GYY 288L registered?

GYY 288L is a 1972 Jaguar E-type, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is GYY 288L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYY 288L shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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