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DC57 SPC

2008 Jaguar Sovereign

Grey Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

67,907 mi
Last recorded67,907 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Sovereign54,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC57 SPC
MakeJaguar
ModelSovereign
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 67,907 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 64,927 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2024 64,927 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Dec 2023 61,865 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

UNDER COVERS FITTED

Fail 30 Nov 2023 61,857 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

UNDER COVERS FITTED

Pass 2 Aug 2022 58,544 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 54,794 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 50,170 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2020 50,170 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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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DC57 SPC is a 2008 Jaguar Sovereign in Grey with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Jaguar Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 54,828 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DC57 SPC, 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 18 years old, this Jaguar Sovereign is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DC57 SPC registered?

DC57 SPC is a 2008 Jaguar Sovereign, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is DC57 SPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC57 SPC shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DC57 SPC have outstanding finance?

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