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R228 RBW

1997 Jaguar Sovereign

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

131,052 mi
Last recorded131,052 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2008
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Sovereign99,482 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR228 RBW
MakeJaguar
ModelSovereign
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2008 131,052 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2008 131,052 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 120,707 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2007 120,707 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 113,742 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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R228 RBW is a 1997 Jaguar Sovereign in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 R228 RBW, 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 R228 RBW registered?

R228 RBW is a 1997 Jaguar Sovereign, first registered on 5 December 1997.

Is R228 RBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R228 RBW shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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