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DF02 HSC

2002 Jaguar S-type

Beige Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

118,978 mi
Last recorded118,978 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 Jaguar S-type76,503 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF02 HSC
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2002
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2017 118,978 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 186,449 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2015 186,449 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 110,550 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 106,471 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

unable to inspect outer sills due to plactic covers

Pass 7 Nov 2012 102,565 miles

Nearside rear handbrake low effort.

Offside front wheel bearing play.

Offside rear tyre low tread.

Pass 14 Nov 2011 97,883 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 90,107 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 82,212 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 75,011 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 68,271 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 68,269 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

ecu light on dash indicating fault

o/s front tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 5 Oct 2006 65,608 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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DF02 HSC is a 2002 Jaguar S-type in Beige with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DF02 HSC, 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.

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What year was DF02 HSC registered?

DF02 HSC is a 2002 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 12 July 2002.

Is DF02 HSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF02 HSC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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