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AF03 NJU

2003 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

154,803 mi
Last recorded154,803 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 NJU
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 7 Mar 2018 154,803 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front To Rear At Rear Section (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour Damaged Showing White To Rear (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front To Rear At Rear Section (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine Management Light On

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Mar 2016 151,184 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2015 143,474 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 143,474 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 131,274 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

sill over panels fitted

tested under wet conditions

Fail 22 Jan 2014 131,274 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

sill over panels fitted

tested under wet conditions

Pass 1 Feb 2013 118,814 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 118,732 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 104,890 miles

rear brake pipes just starting to corrode

Pass 26 Jan 2011 90,843 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 6 Feb 2010 75,157 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 59,436 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 46,491 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 41,146 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 28,911 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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AF03 NJU is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 AF03 NJU, 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 AF03 NJU registered?

AF03 NJU is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 20 March 2003.

Is AF03 NJU safe to buy?

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