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R779 XSW

1997 Jaguar Sovereign

Red Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

105,360 mi
Last recorded105,360 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Sovereign99,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR779 XSW
MakeJaguar
ModelSovereign
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 105,360 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2024 104,395 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 103,905 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Brake Pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded All 4 Springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Corrosion / Deterioration Through Out All Braking And Suspension Components

Under Body Of Vehicle Coated In Under seal, Corroded Where Visible

Fail 24 Aug 2023 103,904 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Brake Pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded All 4 Springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Corrosion / Deterioration Through Out All Braking And Suspension Components

Under Body Of Vehicle Coated In Under seal, Corroded Where Visible

Pass 22 Aug 2022 103,607 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all coated / underseal (1.1.11 (c))

under floor coated /under seal

Fail 12 Aug 2022 103,605 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all coated / underseal (1.1.11 (c))

under floor coated /under seal

Pass 29 Oct 2020 103,600 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 103,584 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 103,562 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 103,557 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

unable to fully inspect brake pipes due to protective coating - underseal

Pass 11 Jul 2015 103,517 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

unable to fully inspect all brake pipes due to protective coating applied

Pass 11 Jul 2014 102,106 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 3 Jul 2014 102,106 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 101,743 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 14 Nov 2012 101,742 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 100,793 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Dec 2010 98,436 miles

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

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

n/s/f chassis corroded double skinned

Pass 21 Dec 2009 95,050 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 92,559 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 88,152 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 83,597 miles

n/s/f inner wheel arch corroded

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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R779 XSW is a 1997 Jaguar Sovereign in Red with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 R779 XSW, 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 R779 XSW registered?

R779 XSW is a 1997 Jaguar Sovereign, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R779 XSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R779 XSW shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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