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RA53 ZHJ

2003 Jaguar S-type

Beige Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

107,818 mi
Last recorded107,818 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA53 ZHJ
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 14 Mar 2026 107,818 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 105,438 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2024 105,413 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2023 103,692 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 97,363 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2021 97,340 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 91,871 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 83,563 miles

Rear discs corroded

Pass 17 Jan 2011 80,450 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 74,416 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 68,600 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Jan 2008 63,060 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 56,204 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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RA53 ZHJ is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Beige with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 74,810 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 RA53 ZHJ, 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 23 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 RA53 ZHJ?

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What year was RA53 ZHJ registered?

RA53 ZHJ is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is RA53 ZHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA53 ZHJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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