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V8 LVU

2000 Jaguar Sovereign

Silver Petrol 3999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

32,141 mi
Last recorded32,141 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Jaguar Sovereign90,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 LVU
MakeJaguar
ModelSovereign
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 32,141 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 31,892 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 31,610 miles

Fuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 31,516 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 31,254 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 30,830 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 30,336 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 29,963 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively uj joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively uj joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 29,609 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 29,251 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 28,304 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 25,746 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 25,746 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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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V8 LVU is a 2000 Jaguar Sovereign in Silver with a 3,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2000 Jaguar Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 90,212 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 V8 LVU, 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 26 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 V8 LVU registered?

V8 LVU is a 2000 Jaguar Sovereign, first registered on 18 December 2000.

Is V8 LVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V8 LVU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V8 LVU have outstanding finance?

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