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A855 SVW

1984 Jaguar Sovereign

Red Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

36,955 mi
Last recorded36,955 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2024
Typical for 1984 Jaguar Sovereign80,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA855 SVW
MakeJaguar
ModelSovereign
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2024 36,955 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 36,924 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 36,522 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 36,421 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 36,203 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 35,848 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 35,627 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 35,347 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 35,118 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 34,761 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 34,351 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 34,306 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jun 2012 34,275 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 34,042 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 33,949 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 33,524 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 33,158 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 32,927 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 32,927 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 32,690 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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A855 SVW is a 1984 Jaguar Sovereign in Red with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1984 Jaguar Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 80,194 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 A855 SVW, 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 42 years old, this Jaguar Sovereign is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A855 SVW registered?

A855 SVW is a 1984 Jaguar Sovereign, first registered on 5 May 1984.

Is A855 SVW safe to buy?

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