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R301 PRW

1998 Jaguar Sovereign

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,041 mi
Last recorded90,041 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2017
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Sovereign96,744 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR301 PRW
MakeJaguar
ModelSovereign
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2017 90,041 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 87,532 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Dec 2016 87,532 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 87,412 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 87,315 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 85,348 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 82,491 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 82,485 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front wiper blade is worn.

Pass 3 Jun 2008 80,620 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 3 Jun 2008 80,620 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Feb 2007 75,579 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2007 75,579 miles

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

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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R301 PRW is a 1998 Jaguar Sovereign in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Jaguar Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 96,744 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 R301 PRW, 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 28 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 R301 PRW registered?

R301 PRW is a 1998 Jaguar Sovereign, first registered on 11 March 1998.

Is R301 PRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R301 PRW shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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