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RBZ 424

2003 Jaguar S-type

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

55,839 mi
Last recorded55,839 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBZ 424
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2019 55,839 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2019 55,838 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2018 46,657 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 46,170 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 46,170 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 45,269 miles

both outer sill conditions

Pass 1 Dec 2015 43,066 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 42,250 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 40,996 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2012 39,850 miles

o/s/r tyre slight nick on outer wall

Fail 10 Dec 2012 39,850 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

o/s/r tyre slight nick on outer wall

Pass 19 Jan 2012 36,366 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2012 36,352 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 32,905 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 30,037 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 27,348 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Jan 2008 25,228 miles

Nearside Front and Rear tyre sidewall damage but no cords exposed

Pass 15 Jan 2007 21,530 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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RBZ 424 is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RBZ 424, 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.

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What year was RBZ 424 registered?

RBZ 424 is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is RBZ 424 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBZ 424 shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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