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BK03 OVT

2003 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

149,502 mi
Last recorded149,502 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK03 OVT
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2015 149,502 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 7 Jul 2015 149,378 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Jul 2014 136,355 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 122,290 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 111,509 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 111,509 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 100,087 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 87,651 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 76,083 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 76,069 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 64,140 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 55,452 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 44,225 miles

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

Nearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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BK03 OVT is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BK03 OVT, 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 BK03 OVT registered?

BK03 OVT is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is BK03 OVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK03 OVT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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