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M97 JRW

1995 Jaguar Sovereign

Blue Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

73,709 mi
Last recorded73,709 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1995 Jaguar Sovereign104,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM97 JRW
MakeJaguar
ModelSovereign
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 73,709 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 72,814 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 70,515 miles

both front tyres and offside rear worn and perished

various oil leaks

Pass 26 Aug 2022 67,630 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2022 67,630 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 64,229 miles

nearside rear tyre worn inner edge/metal piece in tread

Pass 3 Jun 2019 61,348 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 57,936 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 53,405 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 50,380 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 47,413 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 44,297 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 38,274 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 35,610 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 29,490 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 26,933 miles

winter tyres fitted

Pass 24 Jun 2009 23,097 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 23,097 miles

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 22,810 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 22,797 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 22,760 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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M97 JRW is a 1995 Jaguar Sovereign in Blue with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1995 Jaguar Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 104,472 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 M97 JRW, 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 31 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 M97 JRW registered?

M97 JRW is a 1995 Jaguar Sovereign, first registered on 9 March 1995.

Is M97 JRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M97 JRW shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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