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N140 CMG

1996 Jaguar Sovereign

Red Diesel 3239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

138,990 mi
Last recorded138,990 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2014
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Sovereign114,314 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN140 CMG
MakeJaguar
ModelSovereign
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2014 138,990 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 137,293 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

corrosion toall prescribed areas not considered excessive

Pass 9 Jul 2012 134,109 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear exhausts deteriorated

Fail 3 Jul 2012 134,048 miles

Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear exhausts deteriorated

Pass 11 Jul 2011 129,211 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 8 Jul 2011 129,178 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 122,720 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 117,848 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2009 117,848 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2008 111,157 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 111,109 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 103,764 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 103,764 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 93,652 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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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N140 CMG is a 1996 Jaguar Sovereign in Red with a 3,239cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1996 Jaguar Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 114,314 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N140 CMG, 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 30 years old, this Jaguar Sovereign is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N140 CMG registered?

N140 CMG is a 1996 Jaguar Sovereign, first registered on 8 March 1996.

Is N140 CMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N140 CMG shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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