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BT53 CVF

2003 Jaguar S-type

Red Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

106,606 mi
Last recorded106,606 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 CVF
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2019 106,606 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear sub frame has surface corrosion

Fail 29 Jul 2019 106,606 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear sub frame has surface corrosion

Pass 3 Aug 2018 105,404 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 104,296 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 103,236 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 102,071 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 102,071 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 100,797 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

both nearside tyre sidewalls scuffed

Pass 31 Jul 2013 159,989 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jul 2012 97,416 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 93,431 miles

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

front brake discs slightly pitted and scored

nearside rear tyre side wall damaged

Pass 4 Aug 2010 91,842 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 90,168 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 86,180 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 81,366 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 68,202 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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BT53 CVF is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Red with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BT53 CVF, 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 BT53 CVF registered?

BT53 CVF is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 17 November 2003.

Is BT53 CVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT53 CVF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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