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V797 DGF

1999 Jaguar Sovereign

Beige Petrol 3998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

56,901 mi
Last recorded56,901 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 1999 Jaguar Sovereign91,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV797 DGF
MakeJaguar
ModelSovereign
Year1999
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 56,901 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 May 2025 56,901 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 51,463 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 50,121 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2022 50,121 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 50,067 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 50,014 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 49,866 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 49,780 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 49,634 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 49,634 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 49,576 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 49,151 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 48,970 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 47,092 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 47,070 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 45,931 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 44,719 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 43,499 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 42,886 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2008 41,210 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 40,233 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 38,925 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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V797 DGF is a 1999 Jaguar Sovereign in Beige with a 3,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1999 Jaguar Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 91,140 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 V797 DGF, 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 27 years old, this Jaguar Sovereign is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V797 DGF registered?

V797 DGF is a 1999 Jaguar Sovereign, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V797 DGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V797 DGF shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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