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BF53 YXK

2003 Jaguar S-type

Green Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,967 mi
Last recorded131,967 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 YXK
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2017 131,967 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

wipers smearing

Fail 30 Nov 2017 131,722 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

wipers smearing

Pass 1 Nov 2016 126,513 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 126,513 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 124,987 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 123,411 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2014 123,114 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 119,617 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 116,169 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 111,218 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 106,344 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 106,344 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 101,197 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 94,141 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2007 87,045 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 63,910 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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BF53 YXK is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Green with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BF53 YXK, 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

How do I check the history of BF53 YXK?

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What year was BF53 YXK registered?

BF53 YXK is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is BF53 YXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF53 YXK shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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