1969 Jaguar E-Type 4.2L Petrol · 7 WKM

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent inspection. The MOT conducted on 17 January 2023 at 50,109 miles returned a pass with no recorded defects, indicating the car was maintained to a high standard upon test. This follows a clean pass in November 2011, suggesting that the vehicle has not suffered from recurring mechanical failures during its recorded testing history. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 57-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 879 miles per year. The data shows a significant gap in testing history between November 2011 and January 2023, during which time the car appears to have only 22 miles. This suggests the Jaguar E-Type is likely stored for long periods or used only for occasional special occasions. While low mileage reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, such inactivity often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid chemistry due to oxidation. Given the long interval between recorded tests, a buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of components affected by long-term standing. Particular attention should be paid to perished suspension bushes, cracked rubber brake lines, and the potential for seized brake calipers or leaking seals. Because the vehicle has not been tested in over three years, the structural integrity of the chassis and floor pans must be verified for hidden corrosion, which can develop rapidly in stationary vehicles if not driven regularly.