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BG03 EDJ

2003 Jaguar S-type

Black Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

138,058 mi
Last recorded138,058 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 EDJ
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2014 138,058 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 123,560 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 122,657 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2012 122,657 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 115,126 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 115,120 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 103,231 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Nov 2008 96,542 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 90,370 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 76,830 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2006 76,823 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Offside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2006 63,202 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2006 63,202 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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BG03 EDJ 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 69.2%.

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 BG03 EDJ, 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 BG03 EDJ?

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What year was BG03 EDJ registered?

BG03 EDJ is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is BG03 EDJ safe to buy?

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