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A14 EXJ

1997 Jaguar Sovereign

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

291,981 mi
Last recorded291,981 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Sovereign99,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 EXJ
MakeJaguar
ModelSovereign
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 26 Apr 2016 291,981 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear slight play

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

coil spring corroded All 4 (2.4.C.1b)

dash lights faulty

under body surface corrosion

Pass 1 May 2015 290,266 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

offside rear wheel slight play

underbody surface corrision

Pass 15 Apr 2014 287,731 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 284,462 miles

engine noisy

underside show signs of silght rusting

Pass 1 May 2012 279,936 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 May 2011 274,162 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 268,977 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 262,938 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 256,409 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 253,686 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

intermitent fault with ABS light

Pass 21 Oct 2005 251,242 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Sovereign?

Based on 21,315 MOT tests across 2,301 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
2,100
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
2,301
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 998
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 614
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 518
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 347
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 333
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A14 EXJ is a 1997 Jaguar Sovereign in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Jaguar Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 99,482 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Sovereign fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 998 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A14 EXJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Sovereign typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 29 years old, this Jaguar Sovereign is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A14 EXJ registered?

A14 EXJ is a 1997 Jaguar Sovereign, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is A14 EXJ safe to buy?

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