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G8 MJN

1998 Jaguar Sovereign

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

20,070 mi
Last recorded20,070 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Sovereign96,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG8 MJN
MakeJaguar
ModelSovereign
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 20,070 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 19,798 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 19,376 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 16,861 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 16,080 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 16 Aug 2021 16,055 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 15,099 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 14,181 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Apr 2018 13,143 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 11,689 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 10,302 miles

light oil misting around bottom of engine

rear tyres starting to crack / perish around edges

Fail 12 Apr 2016 10,302 miles

Nearside Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

light oil misting around bottom of engine

rear tyres starting to crack / perish around edges

Pass 13 Apr 2015 9,217 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 8,123 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 6,607 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 4,740 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 3,580 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 1,565 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 1,525 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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G8 MJN is a 1998 Jaguar Sovereign in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1998 Jaguar Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 96,744 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 G8 MJN, 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 28 years old, this Jaguar Sovereign is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G8 MJN registered?

G8 MJN is a 1998 Jaguar Sovereign, first registered on 20 February 1998.

Is G8 MJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for G8 MJN shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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