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MH51 MKH

2001 Jaguar Sovereign

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

56,889 mi
Last recorded56,889 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Jaguar Sovereign78,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH51 MKH
MakeJaguar
ModelSovereign
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 56,889 miles

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

all disc rusty

under seal spray

Fail 11 Feb 2026 56,889 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

all disc rusty

under seal spray

Pass 26 Oct 2024 56,486 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2023 55,483 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 55,420 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2021 55,410 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2020 55,401 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 54,784 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 53,548 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 51,882 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 50,247 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2012 47,056 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 41,119 miles

n/s rear tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 16 Nov 2010 35,315 miles

both front upper inner suspension arm bushes have slight play

both rear tyres are low on tread

both rear wheels have slight play

Pass 30 Oct 2009 30,652 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 26,181 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2007 21,471 miles

both rear shocks/springs slightly weak play in o/s/r wheel

front / rear pads look low

wipers smeary

Pass 5 Oct 2006 17,753 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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MH51 MKH is a 2001 Jaguar Sovereign in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2001 Jaguar Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 78,763 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 MH51 MKH, 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 25 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 MH51 MKH registered?

MH51 MKH is a 2001 Jaguar Sovereign, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is MH51 MKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for MH51 MKH shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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