CarVerify

Free Car Check

BJ53 GXW

2003 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 4196cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

104,829 mi
Last recorded104,829 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Jaguar
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 GXW
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 104,829 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake discs corroded on inside edge.

Pass 27 Jun 2016 97,204 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 93,415 miles

uneven wear both rear tyres

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

Pass 29 Mar 2014 86,629 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2013 81,912 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 75,752 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 67,264 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 58,066 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 57,188 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 57,134 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Offside Inner Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 4 Dec 2008 54,230 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 50,974 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 50,961 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 34,239 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
Full Jaguar S-type reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BJ53 GXW is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GXW, 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 BJ53 GXW?

You can check the full history of BJ53 GXW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BJ53 GXW registered?

BJ53 GXW is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is BJ53 GXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ53 GXW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BJ53 GXW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BJ53 GXW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.