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J12 VDH

1998 Jaguar Sovereign

Green Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,890 mi
Last recorded30,890 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Sovereign96,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ12 VDH
MakeJaguar
ModelSovereign
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 1 Mar 2025 30,890 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 30,654 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 30,265 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 29,032 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2013 28,856 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 28,835 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 28,532 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 27,319 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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J12 VDH is a 1998 Jaguar Sovereign in Green with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J12 VDH, 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 J12 VDH registered?

J12 VDH is a 1998 Jaguar Sovereign, first registered on 24 March 1998.

Is J12 VDH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J12 VDH shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J12 VDH have outstanding finance?

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