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XJI 443

1985 Jaguar Sovereign

Gold Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2025
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,114 mi
Last recorded57,114 miles
Recorded on13 May 2024
Typical for 1985 Jaguar Sovereign83,576 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJI 443
MakeJaguar
ModelSovereign
Year1985
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2024 57,114 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2024 56,940 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 55,415 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 55,341 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 54,490 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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XJI 443 is a 1985 Jaguar Sovereign in Gold with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1985 Jaguar Sovereign models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 83,576 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 XJI 443, 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 41 years old, this Jaguar Sovereign is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XJI 443 registered?

XJI 443 is a 1985 Jaguar Sovereign, first registered on 17 April 1985.

Is XJI 443 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJI 443 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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