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BT52 OCZ

2003 Jaguar S-type

Silver Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

101,566 mi
Last recorded101,566 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT52 OCZ
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Fail 5 Mar 2019 101,566 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 97,737 miles

eml on

f/pads low

front discs corroded

o/s/f shock leaking slightly

r/discs corroded

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 13 Mar 2017 91,775 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 91,775 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 86,643 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 82,704 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 82,704 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 77,403 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 77,403 miles

Offside Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 74,293 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 68,997 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 63,245 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 63,245 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 58,716 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 52,698 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 52,698 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 47,334 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 47,334 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 25 Mar 2008 47,292 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 44,275 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 33,601 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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BT52 OCZ is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Silver with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 BT52 OCZ, 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 BT52 OCZ registered?

BT52 OCZ is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 18 January 2003.

Is BT52 OCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT52 OCZ shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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