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BF53 YXN

2003 Jaguar S-type

Black Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

159,765 mi
Last recorded159,765 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 YXN
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2015 159,765 miles

rear tyres are getting low on tread

Fail 25 Sep 2015 159,200 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear tyres are getting low on tread

Pass 29 Sep 2014 149,904 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 146,695 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 137,935 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 31 May 2012 137,933 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 137,456 miles

Chips In Windscreen

Nearside Rear Tyre Wearing On Inner Edge

Side Undertrays Fitted

Tested In Wet Conditions

Fail 22 Feb 2011 137,456 miles

Chips In Windscreen

Nearside Rear Tyre Wearing On Inner Edge

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

Side Undertrays Fitted

Tested In Wet Conditions

Pass 19 Feb 2010 121,810 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 104,135 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 86,129 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 61,235 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 YXN is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Black with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 YXN, 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 BF53 YXN registered?

BF53 YXN is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 18 September 2003.

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