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R4 PVR

1997 Jaguar Sovereign

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,925 mi
Last recorded122,925 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2014
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Sovereign99,482 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR4 PVR
MakeJaguar
ModelSovereign
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 6 Mar 2014 122,925 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 120,534 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 13 Mar 2012 118,445 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

brake pipes greased

corrosion on n/s/f footwell

n/s/f inner sill has corrosion

o/s inner sill has corrosion

Pass 15 Nov 2010 115,529 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 113,793 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 110,053 miles

nearside rear drive shaft excessive movement

Pass 11 Dec 2007 106,778 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 104,662 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 100,672 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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R4 PVR is a 1997 Jaguar Sovereign in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R4 PVR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R4 PVR?

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What year was R4 PVR registered?

R4 PVR is a 1997 Jaguar Sovereign, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R4 PVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R4 PVR 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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