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LJ51 FWO

2001 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

99,783 mi
Last recorded99,783 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2024
Typical for 2001 Jaguar S-type81,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 FWO
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2024 99,783 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive water (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2024 99,782 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Fluid leak, but not excessive water (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 96,948 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2022 93,873 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 90,782 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2021 90,782 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2020 88,933 miles

Nearside Rear door stiff to open from outside

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

parking brake travel near limit

Fail 18 Aug 2020 88,933 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear door stiff to open from outside

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

parking brake travel near limit

Pass 13 Aug 2019 86,616 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 82,913 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 77,291 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 73,337 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

slight engine oil leak

Pass 12 Aug 2015 69,354 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 65,658 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 60,611 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 60,611 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 56,085 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 51,137 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

rear brakes application slightly uneven.

Pass 16 Aug 2010 47,295 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 41,773 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 41,761 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 35,674 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2007 32,855 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 27,528 miles

offside + nearside rear tyre tread 2mm

slight lift in offside front bottom ball joimt

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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LJ51 FWO is a 2001 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 LJ51 FWO, 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 LJ51 FWO registered?

LJ51 FWO is a 2001 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is LJ51 FWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ51 FWO shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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