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BG03 SAG

2003 Jaguar S-type

Grey Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

114,644 mi
Last recorded114,644 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 SAG
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2018 114,644 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 113,573 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 102,775 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

rear suspention showing surface rust

Pass 13 Oct 2015 87,798 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 Oct 2015 87,790 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 71,499 miles

slight corrosion of under body variouse parts

Fail 13 Oct 2014 71,499 miles

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

slight corrosion of under body variouse parts

Fail 1 Oct 2013 61,292 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2013 61,292 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 59,148 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2012 59,110 miles

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

off side front tyre almost worn to cords on inner edge

passenger airbag light on

Pass 18 Oct 2011 56,548 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 54,353 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 48,825 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 43,232 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 37,265 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 34,304 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 34,299 miles

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

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

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

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 SAG is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Grey with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SAG, 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 BG03 SAG registered?

BG03 SAG is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 24 May 2003.

Is BG03 SAG safe to buy?

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