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RCD 167G

1982 Jaguar S-type

Red Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

5,332 mi
Last recorded5,332 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCD 167G
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2018 5,332 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 5,303 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 5,149 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 5,146 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 4,804 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 4,551 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake application uneven

Fail 25 Jul 2011 4,543 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Coolant leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Feb 2009 4,534 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak from transmision.

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 22 Sep 2007 4,433 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 4,433 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 4,100 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 14 Sep 2006 4,100 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Oil leak

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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RCD 167G is a 1982 Jaguar S-type in Red with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RCD 167G, 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 44 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 RCD 167G?

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What year was RCD 167G registered?

RCD 167G is a 1982 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 8 March 1982.

Is RCD 167G safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCD 167G shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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