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E156 GJB

1988 Jaguar Sovereign

Blue Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

147,705 mi
Last recorded147,705 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Jaguar Sovereign93,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE156 GJB
MakeJaguar
ModelSovereign
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 147,705 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 147,631 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 147,562 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 147,508 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 147,417 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 147,124 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 146,891 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 146,725 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 146,492 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 146,190 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 145,852 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 145,551 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 145,358 miles
Fail 31 May 2008 145,328 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

O/S Outer Headlamp not Working on MainBeam

Pass 22 Jul 2006 144,988 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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E156 GJB is a 1988 Jaguar Sovereign in Blue with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1988 Jaguar Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 93,130 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 E156 GJB, 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 38 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 E156 GJB registered?

E156 GJB is a 1988 Jaguar Sovereign, first registered on 24 March 1988.

Is E156 GJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E156 GJB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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