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A3 FMF

1999 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

90,103 mi
Last recorded90,103 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2011
Typical for 1999 Jaguar S-type86,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 FMF
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2011 90,103 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 88,788 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2008 85,663 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 85,663 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Dec 2007 83,792 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2007 83,792 miles

Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2006 80,369 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar S-type?

Based on 942,176 MOT tests across 62,116 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
4,736
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
62,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43,168
Brake pipe excessively corroded 20,758
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,128
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17,876
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,617
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A3 FMF is a 1999 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1999 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 86,446 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar S-type fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 43,168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A3 FMF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar S-type typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Jaguar S-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A3 FMF?

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What year was A3 FMF registered?

A3 FMF is a 1999 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is A3 FMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 FMF shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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