£5,940 (Est: £5,000 - £7,000)
1989 Jaguar Sovereign 5.3 V12 Auto
United Kingdom • 28 Aug 2021
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This Jaguar XJ Sovereign, a top-of-the-line variant, boasts a well-documented history since 1996, including extensive bodywork in 1998 and recent servicing. The car is in very good condition inside and out, with a detailed owner's diary and comprehensive service records enhancing its appeal.
Condition
7
The car has had extensive bodywork done and has been recently serviced. The interior and exterior are in very good condition, with well-maintained grey leather and woodwork in the cabin. The car also comes with a comprehensive history folder and owner's diary, indicating meticulous record-keeping and care.
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[Transmission]
Transmission:
SAJJDALW3CB482443
Chassis No:
Odometer:
111,616 miles
[Reg Number]
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
Although, in six‑cylinder form, Jaguar's Series 3 XJ saloon shape was discontinued with the launch of the more square‑rigged XJ40 model in 1987, it continued as a 12‑cylinder model until 1992.
The Sovereign name was also 'borrowed' from sister marque Daimler marque to denote the top‑of‑the‑line Jaguar variant.
This example was inherited by the registered keeper in 2018 from his father‑in‑law, who had purchased it in 1996.
He'd had extensive bodywork done on it during 1998 when it reached 91,435 miles (for which there is a photographic record); however, we're advised that the 111,616‑mile car still has its original floors and sills.
The well‑organised history folder contains the current V5, a large stack of invoices totalling many thousands spent over the years, MoTs dating back to 1994 (which verify the recorded mileage), photos, notes, tax discs, newsletters, and other sundry paperwork, including hand‑written notes and diagrams.
There's also the original document wallet with owne...
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Aug 12 2022
Latest MOT Mileage
111,616 miles
Registration Date
1989-10-04
MOT History
Passed
On Aug 10 2021 with 111,616 miles
Passed
On Jul 27 2020 with 111,566 miles
Passed
On Aug 13 2019 with 111,494 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Passed
On Jul 24 2018 with 111,488 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Passed
On Aug 11 2017 with 111,172 miles
Passed
On Aug 05 2016 with 110,255 miles
Passed
On Jul 21 2015 with 109,599 miles
Failed
On Jul 16 2015 with 109,595 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
User Entered:
- offsiderear tyre slightlysplit on tread
Passed
On Aug 13 2014 with 108,524 miles
Failed
On Aug 07 2014 with 108,521 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Fail:
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Passed
On May 01 2013 with 108,056 miles
Failed
On May 01 2013 with 108,056 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Fail:
- Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Passed
On Jun 29 2011 with 107,531 miles
Passed
On Jun 24 2010 with 107,284 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
- Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Passed
On Jul 01 2009 with 106,804 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Outer Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
- Offside Outer Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
User Entered:
- Nearside rear shock absorber rear mounting locking nut is only just touching threads on rod and is a borderline pass.
Passed
On Jul 01 2008 with 106,100 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Failed
On Jul 01 2008 with 106,100 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Passed
On Jan 31 2006 with 104,586 miles
Failed
On Jan 31 2006 with 104,586 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
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