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BD03 XDL

2003 Jaguar S-type

Black Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

106,807 mi
Last recorded106,807 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 XDL
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2016 106,807 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 106,444 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 105,915 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s front tyre inner side wall damage

Fail 29 Oct 2014 105,913 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)

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

Nearside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s front tyre inner side wall damage

Pass 25 Oct 2013 105,608 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside front tyre has cuts on inner sidewall but not to cords

Pass 25 Oct 2012 105,028 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 102,388 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 95,387 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Oil leak

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

slight play in o/s/r suspension component

Pass 2 Nov 2009 89,245 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 75,033 miles

corrosion rear brake discs/scoring

rear brake pads worn

Pass 19 Nov 2007 61,708 miles

slight deterioration, rear number plate

Pass 29 May 2007 49,096 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 38,416 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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BD03 XDL is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Black with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 BD03 XDL, 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 BD03 XDL registered?

BD03 XDL is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 29 May 2003.

Is BD03 XDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 XDL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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