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AE52 ABU

2002 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

178,753 mi
Last recorded178,753 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2012
Typical for 2002 Jaguar S-type76,503 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE52 ABU
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2012 178,753 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 15 Nov 2012 178,753 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Nov 2011 171,308 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 10 Nov 2011 171,308 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 160,665 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

front brake pads wearing

Pass 2 Sep 2009 150,007 miles

rear tyres cracking on side walls

Fail 11 Sep 2008 130,098 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 130,098 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 110,734 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 88,688 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 67,895 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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AE52 ABU is a 2002 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 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AE52 ABU, 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 AE52 ABU?

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What year was AE52 ABU registered?

AE52 ABU is a 2002 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is AE52 ABU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE52 ABU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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