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DF51 AEJ

2001 Jaguar S-type

Silver Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests32 (21 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate65.6%

Mileage

104,100 mi
Last recorded104,100 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Jaguar S-type81,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF51 AEJ
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

21 pass 11 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 104,100 miles
Fail 11 May 2026 104,100 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 100,210 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2025 100,210 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake lever is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (1.1.6 (f))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 96,047 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2024 96,047 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 92,302 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2023 92,302 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 May 2022 87,011 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 84,800 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 83,507 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 81,108 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2019 81,108 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 78,024 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 78,024 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 75,005 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 71,827 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2016 71,827 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 10 Feb 2015 68,262 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 68,262 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 64,006 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 61,231 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 4 Feb 2012 57,435 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 4 Feb 2012 57,435 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2011 53,341 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 50,527 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 50,527 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 43,249 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 35,989 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 35,989 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 28,854 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 21,950 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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DF51 AEJ is a 2001 Jaguar S-type in Silver with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.6%.

Across all 2001 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 81,870 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 DF51 AEJ, 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 25 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 DF51 AEJ?

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What year was DF51 AEJ registered?

DF51 AEJ is a 2001 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 29 October 2001.

Is DF51 AEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF51 AEJ shows 32 tests with a 65.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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