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B224 DBV

1985 Jaguar Sovereign

Grey Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,197 mi
Last recorded35,197 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Jaguar Sovereign83,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB224 DBV
MakeJaguar
ModelSovereign
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 19 Aug 2025 35,197 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 31,882 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 28,389 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 28,146 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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B224 DBV is a 1985 Jaguar Sovereign in Grey with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Jaguar Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 83,576 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 B224 DBV, 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 41 years old, this Jaguar Sovereign is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B224 DBV registered?

B224 DBV is a 1985 Jaguar Sovereign, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B224 DBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B224 DBV shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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