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AB52 AFB

2003 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

129,789 mi
Last recorded129,789 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB52 AFB
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2015 129,789 miles

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 4 Aug 2014 123,586 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Aug 2013 117,540 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Aug 2013 117,540 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Aug 2012 112,429 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 108,596 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 101,184 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 94,137 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 87,847 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

advise o/s/f tyre starting too wear on inside edge

Pass 21 Jul 2007 71,830 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 53,151 miles

o/s rear tyre worn on inside edge

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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AB52 AFB is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 74,810 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 AB52 AFB, 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 23 years old, this Jaguar S-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AB52 AFB registered?

AB52 AFB is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is AB52 AFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB52 AFB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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