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BL03 FZK

2003 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

105,903 mi
Last recorded105,903 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL03 FZK
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 105,903 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 May 2023 105,900 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 May 2022 65,594 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from front going to rear corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated tie arm. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated tie arm. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 65,248 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 64,784 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 63,746 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 62,981 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 62,181 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 60,523 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 59,193 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 58,496 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 56,498 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 54,690 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 54,690 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 53,035 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 51,461 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 47,720 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 45,994 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 45,994 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 May 2007 42,871 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 41,093 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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BL03 FZK 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 BL03 FZK, 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.

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What year was BL03 FZK registered?

BL03 FZK is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 9 June 2003.

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