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R290 OGF

1997 Jaguar Sovereign

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

168,472 mi
Last recorded168,472 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2013
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Sovereign99,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR290 OGF
MakeJaguar
ModelSovereign
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2013 168,472 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 156,665 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 156,222 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 154,428 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 151,317 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 150,119 miles

Surface corrosion under the vehicle

Fail 20 Dec 2007 150,119 miles

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

Surface corrosion under the vehicle

Pass 21 Apr 2006 148,800 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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R290 OGF is a 1997 Jaguar Sovereign in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R290 OGF, 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 R290 OGF registered?

R290 OGF is a 1997 Jaguar Sovereign, first registered on 24 November 1997.

Is R290 OGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R290 OGF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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