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G280 VUW

1990 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

110,491 mi
Last recorded110,491 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1990 Jaguar S-type92,971 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG280 VUW
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 110,491 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 109,343 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 108,512 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 107,677 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2021 106,373 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 106,270 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 105,585 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 105,340 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2017 104,958 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 104,523 miles

Front both steering rack gaiters damaged

Pass 10 Jan 2016 103,403 miles

front and rear coil spring rusted .

n/s/f steering gaiter damages slightly.

rear chassis rusted

Pass 5 Jan 2015 101,499 miles

front chssis rusted.

front coil springs croded both.

front tyres side wall detrioted.

rear chassis rusted.

rear tyres side walll detrioted.

under body rusted.

Pass 19 Jan 2014 100,382 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 99,338 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013 99,338 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2012 98,171 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 96,507 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 94,849 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 94,097 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 92,971 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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G280 VUW is a 1990 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1990 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 92,971 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 G280 VUW, 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 36 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 G280 VUW?

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What year was G280 VUW registered?

G280 VUW is a 1990 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 9 March 1990.

Is G280 VUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G280 VUW shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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