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BW03 OGS

2003 Jaguar S-type

Grey Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

96,281 mi
Last recorded96,281 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW03 OGS
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2015 96,281 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 96,281 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 91,533 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

Fail 3 Jul 2014 91,502 miles

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 27 Jun 2013 89,433 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 89,431 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 84,655 miles

nearside and offside front wiper blades deteriorated

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 28 Jun 2011 77,400 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 77,318 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 68,139 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 57,759 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 47,051 miles

N/S/F tyre wearing uneven inner edge

Pass 7 Sep 2007 36,102 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 25,335 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 22,661 miles

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

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

Offside 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)

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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BW03 OGS is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Grey 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 BW03 OGS, 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 BW03 OGS?

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What year was BW03 OGS registered?

BW03 OGS is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 4 July 2003.

Is BW03 OGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW03 OGS 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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