1964 Jaguar E-Type 3.8L Petrol · DAP 743B

The Jaguar E-Type presents a stable roadworthiness status based on its most recent DVSA test. The tester passed the vehicle on 16 August 2023 at 5 recorded miles with no defects listed. This single clean result shows no worsening or recurring fault trend across the available history. The recorded mileage of 5 miles against a 1964 build date equates to near-zero annual use over 62 years. The only logged test on 16 August 2023 at that same 5 miles reveals no accumulation between manufacture and the recent check. Such sparse data and a single clean sheet mean the official record gives little insight into long-term care patterns, though the lack of advisories suggests the car was presented in sound order at that date. A buyer should still inspect the vehicle in person for age-related issues the MOT does not capture. Standing for decades risks perished suspension bushes, seized brake calipers, and corroded structural members beneath the bodywork. The E-Type's monocoque and outboard brake discs demand close scrutiny for rust and binding. Verify the odometer integrity and confirm whether the 5 miles reflect genuine lay-up or a reset. Commission a specialist inspection of the engine, gearbox, and fuel system before purchase, as low mileage alone does not confirm mechanical fitness on a 62-year-old motor car.