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P588 ALJ

1997 Jaguar Sovereign

Maroon Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,270 mi
Last recorded79,270 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Sovereign99,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP588 ALJ
MakeJaguar
ModelSovereign
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 30 Oct 2025 79,270 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 70,324 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering column has slight play in upper attachment

Pass 8 Feb 2017 69,165 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 68,929 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 80,882 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

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

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 64,324 miles

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 63,058 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 61,525 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 59,550 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 57,080 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 55,707 miles

n/s/rear wheel bearing has slight play

Pass 30 Aug 2007 53,213 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 49,816 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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P588 ALJ is a 1997 Jaguar Sovereign in Maroon with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Jaguar Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 99,482 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 P588 ALJ, 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 29 years old, this Jaguar Sovereign is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P588 ALJ registered?

P588 ALJ is a 1997 Jaguar Sovereign, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P588 ALJ safe to buy?

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