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BN53 CXU

2003 Jaguar S-type

Grey Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

171,764 mi
Last recorded171,764 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 CXU
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 171,764 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides. (1.2.1 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 3 May 2024 171,469 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Sill Has corrosion.

Pass 28 Apr 2023 170,755 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 168,958 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

undertrays fitted n/s and o/s

Pass 5 May 2021 166,431 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 23 Apr 2021 166,425 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

undertrays fitted

Pass 7 May 2020 165,410 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s front corners (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s rear corners (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 161,039 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 155,492 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 155,475 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 148,565 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 138,971 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 128,693 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 22 Apr 2014 118,223 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight misting of power steering fluid on rack

Fail 22 Apr 2014 118,233 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight misting of power steering fluid on rack

Pass 7 May 2013 107,471 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 May 2012 98,360 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 98,360 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 86,692 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Apr 2010 74,598 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 15 Apr 2010 74,598 miles

Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 59,180 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 45,728 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 40,713 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 40,713 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2006 28,395 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 CXU is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Grey with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 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 BN53 CXU, 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 BN53 CXU registered?

BN53 CXU is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 5 November 2003.

Is BN53 CXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 CXU 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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