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KV51 FYT

2001 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

137,085 mi
Last recorded137,085 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Jaguar S-type81,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV51 FYT
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 137,085 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2024 133,093 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2023 128,985 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 123,227 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 117,987 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2021 117,987 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 112,928 miles

Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 107,666 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 101,192 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 96,105 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 89,806 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 86,716 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 84,208 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 81,919 miles

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

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

nearside rear steady arm outer gaitor split

offside rear steady arm outer gaitor split

Pass 23 Oct 2012 77,632 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2011 73,204 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 73,204 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 69,519 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 64,738 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 58,118 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2007 47,788 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 40,095 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 31,317 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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KV51 FYT is a 2001 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 KV51 FYT, 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 KV51 FYT?

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What year was KV51 FYT registered?

KV51 FYT is a 2001 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 19 October 2001.

Is KV51 FYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV51 FYT shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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