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MJK 170

1984 Jaguar S-type

Green Petrol 3400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

57,208 mi
Last recorded57,208 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJK 170
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,400cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2020 57,208 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 54,113 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 51,882 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 47,553 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 46,339 miles

front brake pipe rusty

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 28 May 2009 43,476 miles

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

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

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

very little clearance between front calipers and wheels nbut not catching

Pass 13 Jun 2008 42,425 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 41,341 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 41,335 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 May 2006 38,303 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2005 36,333 miles

Engine leaking oil and water

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Steering column damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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MJK 170 is a 1984 Jaguar S-type in Green with a 3,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MJK 170, 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 42 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 MJK 170 registered?

MJK 170 is a 1984 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 1 May 1984.

Is MJK 170 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJK 170 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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