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BU02 NHH

2002 Jaguar S-type

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

86,631 mi
Last recorded86,631 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Jaguar S-type76,503 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 NHH
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 86,631 miles

Underbody and suspension components partially corroded and partially undersealed

Pass 24 Sep 2024 86,626 miles

Under body partially sealed and partially corroded

Pass 9 Sep 2023 86,616 miles

Under body under sealed

Pass 29 Oct 2022 86,048 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 83,736 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2020 78,636 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 74,817 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 68,871 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 61,280 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 55,310 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 47,447 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 May 2014 41,554 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 38,538 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 33,590 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 33,590 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 12 May 2011 32,857 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2011 32,857 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2010 31,437 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 May 2010 31,437 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 30,264 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 29,044 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 28,020 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 26,641 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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BU02 NHH is a 2002 Jaguar S-type in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2002 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 76,503 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 BU02 NHH, 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 24 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 BU02 NHH registered?

BU02 NHH is a 2002 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 5 April 2002.

Is BU02 NHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU02 NHH shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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