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BX53 GUC

2003 Jaguar S-type

Silver Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

97,782 mi
Last recorded97,782 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 GUC
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2017 97,782 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 26 Jun 2017 97,782 miles

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

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

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2016 91,971 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 29 Jun 2016 91,971 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2015 87,337 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 87,337 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2014 84,017 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 84,017 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2013 81,584 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2013 81,584 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2012 79,195 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 68,877 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 58,627 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 49,206 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 39,763 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 36,997 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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BX53 GUC is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Silver with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BX53 GUC, 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 BX53 GUC registered?

BX53 GUC is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is BX53 GUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX53 GUC shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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