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BP53 DWC

2003 Jaguar S-type

Silver Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

143,546 mi
Last recorded143,546 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP53 DWC
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2017 143,546 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 139,312 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 134,938 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 128,243 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 121,148 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 104,871 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 104,806 miles

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

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

Nearside Front 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 23 Sep 2010 82,603 miles

osf tyre worn on inner edge.

Fail 23 Sep 2010 82,603 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

osf tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 2 Jul 2009 63,666 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 58,967 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 58,967 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 54,158 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 54,158 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 51,973 miles

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

front tyres feathering on inner edges

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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BP53 DWC is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Silver with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BP53 DWC, 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 BP53 DWC?

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What year was BP53 DWC registered?

BP53 DWC is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is BP53 DWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP53 DWC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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