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BJ53 GWW

2003 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

69,855 mi
Last recorded69,855 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 GWW
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2023 69,855 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front inner (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 65,862 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 60,569 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 59,579 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 58,773 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 57,305 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2018 57,305 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 55,117 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 52,079 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 48,339 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 44,039 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 38,918 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 35,016 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 30,678 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 27,648 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 23,907 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 21,116 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2008 21,116 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2007 18,468 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 16,204 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 16,197 miles

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

advise n/s front tyre wearing on inner edge on legal limits

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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BJ53 GWW is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BJ53 GWW, 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 BJ53 GWW registered?

BJ53 GWW is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 10 October 2003.

Is BJ53 GWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ53 GWW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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