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J8 MAR

1999 Jaguar Sovereign

Beige Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

54,394 mi
Last recorded54,394 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2021
Typical for 1999 Jaguar Sovereign91,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 MAR
MakeJaguar
ModelSovereign
Year1999
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2021 54,394 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 54,244 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 53,429 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 52,914 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2018 52,914 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 52,573 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 52,012 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 50,395 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 47,398 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 45,841 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 42,030 miles

Slight play in both rear wheels

Pass 31 Jan 2011 38,441 miles

Slight play in both rear wheels

Pass 14 Sep 2009 32,521 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2008 26,731 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 19,721 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2006 13,977 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

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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J8 MAR is a 1999 Jaguar Sovereign in Beige with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1999 Jaguar Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 91,140 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 J8 MAR, 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 27 years old, this Jaguar Sovereign is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J8 MAR registered?

J8 MAR is a 1999 Jaguar Sovereign, first registered on 30 November 1999.

Is J8 MAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J8 MAR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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