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K888 EDS

2001 Jaguar S-type

Green Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

86,268 mi
Last recorded86,268 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Jaguar S-type81,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK888 EDS
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 86,268 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 86,152 miles

side skirts fitted

underside corroded

Fail 24 Aug 2024 86,152 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

side skirts fitted

underside corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2023 86,023 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2021 85,120 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Nov 2014 84,670 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 79,781 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2011 74,993 miles

door lock faulty

Pass 30 Nov 2010 74,874 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Nov 2009 74,027 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 74,027 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 73,203 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 72,003 miles

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 70,606 miles

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

nearside front wiper split slightly.

rear brake discs corroded.

strong advise play in both front lower ball joints,borderline pass.

Pass 5 Jun 2006 67,902 miles

corrosion and pitting on rear brake discs.

offside front tyre worn on inner edge.

slight corrosion on front brake discs.

slight damage to offside rear outer sill.

strong advise play in both front lower ball joints.

Pass 5 Sep 2005 65,723 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2005 65,723 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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K888 EDS is a 2001 Jaguar S-type in Green with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 K888 EDS, 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 K888 EDS registered?

K888 EDS is a 2001 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 9 October 2001.

Is K888 EDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K888 EDS shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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