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BN53 CTZ

2003 Jaguar S-type

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2025
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

89,501 mi
Last recorded89,501 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2024
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 CTZ
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2024 89,501 miles

Front both tyres wearing on inner edge close to limit

oil leak

Pass 7 Oct 2023 89,183 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2022 86,871 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2021 83,953 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 82,381 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 75,428 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 74,131 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

plastic sill covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2017 69,117 miles

sill covers and under trays fitted

Fail 30 Nov 2017 69,117 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2017 67,194 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner tread

full plastic covers underside unable to fully inspect

nearside door mirror has a tape repair

sill covers fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 23 Mar 2016 65,056 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 62,491 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2014 60,026 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 May 2013 56,702 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2013 56,702 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 54,002 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 52,675 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 49,564 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 46,086 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 38,820 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 32,745 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 24,832 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 CTZ is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Black with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BN53 CTZ, 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 CTZ?

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What year was BN53 CTZ registered?

BN53 CTZ is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is BN53 CTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 CTZ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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