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BHZ 8801

2003 Jaguar S-type

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

55,899 mi
Last recorded55,899 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHZ 8801
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 55,899 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 54,556 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 53,532 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 22 May 2024 53,512 miles

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working constantly illuminated (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 24 May 2023 52,889 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 52,638 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 52,023 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres are wearing on their inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both rear. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside of vehicle. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 49,996 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 47,970 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 46,858 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded required soon (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Unable to check outer sills as sill covers fitted

Underside corrosion (surface)

Fail 24 Nov 2016 46,858 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded required soon (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Unable to check outer sills as sill covers fitted

Underside corrosion (surface)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 45,714 miles

Centre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight delamination (6.3.1d)

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminated but still readable (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 7 Dec 2015 45,714 miles

Centre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight delamination (6.3.1d)

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread delaminated but still readable (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 43,851 miles

Underside surface corrosion. front brake discs worn

Pass 16 Dec 2013 42,559 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear tyres 3mm

slight underside surface corrosion

Pass 13 Dec 2012 41,103 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front and rear discs worn. Underside surface corrosion,

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Dec 2011 38,556 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 36,484 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 34,067 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 31,549 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 28,361 miles

front discs and disc pads worn. unable to check all underside components because of covers.

Pass 7 Dec 2006 24,433 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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BHZ 8801 is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Black with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 BHZ 8801, 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 BHZ 8801 registered?

BHZ 8801 is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is BHZ 8801 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHZ 8801 shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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