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DHJ 225C

1982 Jaguar S-type

Gold Petrol 3442cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,423 mi
Last recorded52,423 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHJ 225C
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,442cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Mar 2011 52,423 miles

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 52,423 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 52,367 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2007 52,174 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Fail 28 Sep 2006 51,835 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake caliper locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 51,835 miles

Nearside brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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DHJ 225C is a 1982 Jaguar S-type in Gold with a 3,442cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DHJ 225C, 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 44 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 DHJ 225C registered?

DHJ 225C is a 1982 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 21 June 1982.

Is DHJ 225C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHJ 225C shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DHJ 225C have outstanding finance?

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