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BJ53 WVX

2003 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

114,568 mi
Last recorded114,568 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 WVX
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2024 114,568 miles

Unable to clearly inspect Off side and Near side outer sills due to sill covers being fitted, outer sills corroded

Pass 15 Aug 2023 107,229 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2023 107,214 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jul 2022 99,328 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 99,248 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 92,426 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 85,429 miles

Lower under trays fitted front and rear

Pass 16 Jul 2019 83,402 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 81,593 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 79,770 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 77,639 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 74,488 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 71,709 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 68,098 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 63,414 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 59,769 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 56,067 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 52,771 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 47,513 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 37,960 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 26,888 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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BJ53 WVX is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 WVX, 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 WVX registered?

BJ53 WVX is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is BJ53 WVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ53 WVX shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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