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P791 FJU

1997 Jaguar Sovereign

Red Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

91,665 mi
Last recorded91,665 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Sovereign99,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP791 FJU
MakeJaguar
ModelSovereign
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2013 91,665 miles

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)

Fail 7 Jul 2013 91,517 miles

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

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

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

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)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 88,489 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 84,999 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 81,330 miles

nearside rear wheel has slight upper movement.+

offside rear wheel has slight upper movement.

Fail 11 Oct 2007 69,933 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 11 Oct 2007 69,933 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 20 Sep 2006 64,227 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 62,172 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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P791 FJU is a 1997 Jaguar Sovereign in Red with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P791 FJU, 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 P791 FJU registered?

P791 FJU is a 1997 Jaguar Sovereign, first registered on 18 March 1997.

Is P791 FJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P791 FJU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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