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GJ51 RCU

2001 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

92,680 mi
Last recorded92,680 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Jaguar S-type81,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ51 RCU
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2015 92,680 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 85,592 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 76,815 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres slight cracking

o/s/r/ wheel slight bind

Fail 11 Jul 2013 76,815 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres slight cracking

o/s/r/ wheel slight bind

Fail 22 May 2013 76,785 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 75,559 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 75,557 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 74,460 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 72,832 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 68,665 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 60,075 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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GJ51 RCU is a 2001 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 GJ51 RCU, 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

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What year was GJ51 RCU registered?

GJ51 RCU is a 2001 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is GJ51 RCU safe to buy?

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