1998 JAGUAR SOVEREIGN4.0L PETROL

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by a history of clean passes. The most recent test conducted on 1 March 2025 at 30,890 miles resulted in no defects, indicating that the car currently meets all DVSA safety and environmental standards. This follows two consecutive clean results in 2022 and 2023, suggesting consistent maintenance during recent intervals. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 28-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,100 miles per year. There is a significant eight-year gap between the 2013 test at 28,856 miles and the June 2021 test at 29,032 miles, during which only 176 miles were recorded. Since 2021, the usage has increased only slightly, covering 1,858 miles over four years. This low mileage suggests the car has sat stationary for long periods, which often leads to specific degradation issues rather than mechanical wear. A buyer must inspect the rubber-based components due to the periods of inactivity. The June 2021 test flagged perishing or cracking on all tyres, a common symptom of low-mileage vehicles that sit without use. Physical inspection should focus on the suspension bushes, drive belts, and brake hoses for dry rot or cracking that occurs with age rather than mileage. Additionally, the brake system should be checked for corrosion or seized calipers, as these frequently occur when a vehicle is not driven regularly.