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BJ03 WVC

2003 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

82,348 mi
Last recorded82,348 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ03 WVC
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 82,348 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 82,179 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 81,677 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 80,649 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 80,156 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 79,562 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 79,438 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 78,141 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 78,059 miles

Horn sound slightly reduced

Fail 25 Jul 2017 78,042 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Horn sound slightly reduced

Pass 13 Jul 2016 77,716 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 77,716 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 25 May 2015 73,398 miles

exhaust rubbers split

Pass 14 May 2014 68,477 miles

Both rear tyres wearing low

Fail 6 May 2014 68,477 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Both rear tyres wearing low

Pass 19 Jan 2012 67,747 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 57,408 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 42,886 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 39,601 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 39,601 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 34,901 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 31,411 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 26,854 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 26,849 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.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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BJ03 WVC is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 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 BJ03 WVC, 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 BJ03 WVC registered?

BJ03 WVC is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 28 March 2003.

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The MOT history for BJ03 WVC shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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