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AC52 BJC

2002 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

40,818 mi
Last recorded40,818 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 Jaguar S-type76,503 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC52 BJC
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2016 40,818 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 40,815 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 40,423 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Aug 2014 39,563 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 38,866 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 37,557 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 37,549 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 36,422 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 34,975 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 33,290 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 32,166 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 32,004 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 29,428 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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AC52 BJC is a 2002 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2002 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 76,503 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 AC52 BJC, 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 24 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 AC52 BJC?

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What year was AC52 BJC registered?

AC52 BJC is a 2002 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is AC52 BJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC52 BJC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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