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G709 THM

1989 Jaguar Sovereign

Beige Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

70,416 mi
Last recorded70,416 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2016
Typical for 1989 Jaguar Sovereign87,065 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG709 THM
MakeJaguar
ModelSovereign
Year1989
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2016 70,416 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear diff oil leak

Pass 29 Apr 2015 70,415 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

chips in the windscreen

front brakes have imbalance

gearbox mount has movement

Fail 24 Mar 2015 70,415 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

chips in the windscreen

nearside front tyre is cracking

Pass 14 Aug 2013 70,394 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 70,129 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 13 Aug 2012 70,122 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 70,084 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both rear discs worn

Fail 13 Jul 2011 70,081 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both rear discs worn

Pass 20 Jul 2010 69,989 miles

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

corrosion starting in various structual and non structual ereas

both rear and n/s/front tyres very heavly perished on outer edges but no cords visable at present

Fail 20 Jul 2010 69,989 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

corrosion starting in various structual and non structual ereas

both rear and n/s/front tyres very heavly perished on outer edges but no cords visable at present

Fail 25 Jun 2009 69,955 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 69,955 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 69,749 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

all tyres perishing

Pass 8 Jun 2007 69,225 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 69,225 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 May 2006 68,461 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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G709 THM is a 1989 Jaguar Sovereign in Beige with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1989 Jaguar Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 87,065 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 G709 THM, 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 37 years old, this Jaguar Sovereign is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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G709 THM is a 1989 Jaguar Sovereign, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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