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R12 PRC

2002 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

39,653 mi
Last recorded39,653 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Jaguar S-type76,503 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR12 PRC
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 39,653 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 39,148 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 38,415 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 37,136 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 36,893 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 36,600 miles

Mil light on

Pass 25 Feb 2020 36,337 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside and offside rear lower suspension arm pin bush dust covers deteriated

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear diff bushes deteriated

Pass 25 Feb 2019 36,210 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2019 36,210 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2017 35,641 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 34,725 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 33,637 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 32,703 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 31,241 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 29,630 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 29,630 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 28,472 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 26,620 miles

front brake pads starting to get low

Pass 9 Oct 2009 23,777 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 20,823 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 17,467 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 13,898 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2006 13,898 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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R12 PRC is a 2002 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2002 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 76,503 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 R12 PRC, 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 24 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 R12 PRC?

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What year was R12 PRC registered?

R12 PRC is a 2002 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 6 September 2002.

Is R12 PRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R12 PRC shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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