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P847 RUW

1996 Jaguar Sovereign

Blue Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2014
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

183,921 mi
Last recorded183,921 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2013
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Sovereign114,314 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP847 RUW
MakeJaguar
ModelSovereign
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2013 183,921 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 172,447 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 167,676 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)

corrosion on front inner sills

Pass 4 Aug 2010 161,870 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 153,095 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 146,262 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 145,071 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 141,669 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2005 136,916 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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P847 RUW is a 1996 Jaguar Sovereign in Blue with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 P847 RUW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P847 RUW registered?

P847 RUW is a 1996 Jaguar Sovereign, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P847 RUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P847 RUW shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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