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BN53 BZV

2003 Jaguar S-type

Green Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

100,695 mi
Last recorded100,695 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 BZV
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2023 100,695 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55/r16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 89,551 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2022 89,546 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill and upper wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill and upper wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 85,931 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 82,279 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 82,270 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 79,604 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 76,489 miles

Both rear inner sills starting to corrode.

Pass 21 Aug 2017 71,279 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 68,493 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Outer Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Outer Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 65,715 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 62,841 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 59,551 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 55,416 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 52,115 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 47,967 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 43,498 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 38,717 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 34,141 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 30,546 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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BN53 BZV is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Green with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BN53 BZV, 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 BN53 BZV?

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What year was BN53 BZV registered?

BN53 BZV is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is BN53 BZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 BZV shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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