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BK52 PYL

2002 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

143,386 mi
Last recorded143,386 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Jaguar S-type76,503 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK52 PYL
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 143,386 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 142,076 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 140,889 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 133,856 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 222,278 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2020 215,522 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2020 215,522 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2019 203,084 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2019 203,084 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced BOTH (4.1.4 (b))

Position lamp not working BOTH (4.2.1 (a))

Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 115,310 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 96,457 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 90,944 miles

Front undertray

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 89,690 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 87,683 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2013 84,543 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 84,543 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2012 81,161 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 77,423 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 11 Mar 2010 74,209 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2009 70,457 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2008 67,410 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 67,303 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 63,367 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 63,367 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 27 Dec 2006 63,357 miles

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

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

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Dec 2005 39,223 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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BK52 PYL is a 2002 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2002 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 76,503 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 BK52 PYL, 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 24 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 BK52 PYL registered?

BK52 PYL is a 2002 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 20 September 2002.

Is BK52 PYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK52 PYL shows 26 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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