1970 Jaguar E-Type 4.2L Petrol · UFS 149H

This 1970 Jaguar E-Type has a clear and worsening mechanical pattern centred on exhaust and brake systems. The most recent MOT in August 2025 was a pass, but only just; four weeks earlier in the same month, the vehicle failed on multiple defects that remain unresolved. The exhaust manifold crack with minor gas leakage is the most serious recurring issue. It appeared as a failure point in August 2025 and was apparently patched or deemed acceptable enough to pass the retest, yet it remains noted on the passing test four weeks later. Manifold cracks are structural failures that typically worsen over time, especially in a vehicle of this age. Temporary repairs rarely hold, and exhaust fumes leaking into the engine bay or cabin carry both health and fire risks. The parking brake failures in the August 2025 attempt are equally concerning. The nearside brake became inoperative on one side, and overall parking brake efficiency fell below legal requirements. While these issues do not appear on the subsequent pass certificate, the speed of their emergence—within four weeks—suggests either incomplete repair or an underlying hydraulic or mechanical fault that could recur. On a vehicle used primarily for leisure driving, a reliable parking brake is essential for safe stationary holding.