1965 Jaguar E-Type 4.2L Petrol · FAW 101C

The most recent MOT on 25 April 2024 recorded a pass at 36 689 miles with no defects noted. This indicates that, at the time of test, the vehicle met the minimum safety and emissions standards. Looking back, the MOT history shows a repeating pattern of minor exhaust system issues and front‑suspension boot problems. In 2016 the exhaust tail‑pipe joints had a very small blow and the front suspension ball‑joint dust covers were deteriorated. In 2017 the same exhaust blow appeared again, accompanied by slight grease leaks from both front upper ball‑joint boots and a windscreen‑washer failure that caused the test to fail. The 2015 test recorded no defects, suggesting the issues were either absent or had been repaired before that point. Since the 2017 failure, the vehicle has passed two subsequent tests (2016 and 2024) without any recorded defects. This progression points to an improving or stable condition, assuming the earlier faults were properly addressed. However, the car’s age (about 61 years) combined with very low annual mileage – roughly 601 miles per year – means it may have spent long periods standing. Low use can preserve mechanical wear but can also accelerate deterioration of rubber and sealing components such as boot covers, gaskets, and seals, which may not be reflected in mileage‑based wear alone.