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Jaguar Sovereign

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 3,996 cc

S778 ETTMOT history

S778 ETT is a green petrol Jaguar Sovereign first used on 8 Feb 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Aug 2025 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 154,974 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Aug 2025
Mileage
154,974 mi
At MOT on 16 Aug 2024
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,790 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S778 ETT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
Sovereign
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S778 ETT was last recorded at 154,974 miles on 16 Aug 2024, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,973 miles · 25 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,790 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 154,974 miles
  • 2021 – 154,777 miles
  • 2020 – 154,244 miles
  • 2019 – 153,780 miles
  • 2018 – 152,878 miles
  • 2017 – 149,148 miles
  • 2015 – 148,762 miles
  • 2014 – 146,077 miles
  • 2012 – 143,209 miles
  • 2011 – 141,067 miles
  • 2010 – 136,708 miles
  • 2009 – 129,336 miles
  • 2008 – 125,636 miles
  • 2007 – 119,755 miles
  • 2006 – 103,094 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,974 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair handbrake17% (1.2.1 (c))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,974 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    154,974 miles
    Test number
    982041633987
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair handbrake17% (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Fail154,973 miles (+196)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,973 miles
    Test number
    410777659655
    • MajorNearside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair handbrake 17% (1.2.1 (c))

  3. Pass154,777 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    154,777 miles
    Test number
    290089196082
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail154,777 miles (+533)4 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,777 miles
    Test number
    188541832820
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid o/s and n/s (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass154,244 miles (+464)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    154,244 miles
    Test number
    816195898591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass153,780 miles (+902)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    153,780 miles
    Test number
    469640670284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass152,878 miles (+3,730)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    152,878 miles
    Test number
    242010475054
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake requirement only just met

  8. Pass149,148 miles (+386)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    149,148 miles
    Test number
    941793865176
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres getting low

  9. Pass148,762 miles (+2,685)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    148,762 miles
    Test number
    946674207948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass146,077 miles (+2,868)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    146,077 miles
    Test number
    887108234009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass143,209 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    143,209 miles
    Test number
    576049342231
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  12. Fail143,206 miles (+2,139)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,206 miles
    Test number
    316435242453
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  13. Pass141,067 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    141,067 miles
    Test number
    645862681196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail141,065 miles (+4,357)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,065 miles
    Test number
    258540181103
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass136,708 miles (+7,372)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    136,708 miles
    Test number
    522496610122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass129,336 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    129,336 miles
    Test number
    691272349038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail129,335 miles (+3,699)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,335 miles
    Test number
    904280149074
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • NoteEngine under-tray insecure

  18. Pass125,636 miles (+5,881)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    125,636 miles
    Test number
    454443268042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass119,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    119,755 miles
    Test number
    860292917013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail119,755 miles (+16,661)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,755 miles
    Test number
    430969907081
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  21. Pass103,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    103,094 miles
    Test number
    251781316004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S778 ETT

Does S778 ETT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S778 ETT expired on 15 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S778 ETT?
The MOT on S778 ETT expired on 15 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S778 ETT done?
S778 ETT was recorded at 154,974 miles at its MOT on 16 Aug 2024, an average of 2,790 miles a year.
Has S778 ETT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S778 ETT has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on S778 ETT ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S778 ETT find?
S778 ETT passed its latest MOT on 16 Aug 2024 with 8 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracked; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 5 more.

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