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RE03 SXW

2003 Jaguar S-type

White Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,255 mi
Last recorded112,255 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE03 SXW
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 112,255 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2025 108,479 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2025 108,479 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 104,135 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 103,556 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 103,551 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush lower inner (2.4.G.2)

Fail 10 Oct 2017 103,551 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush lower inner (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 102,546 miles

covers and trays fitted not allowing full inspection

sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection !!

Pass 31 Jan 2015 100,912 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Apr 2014 100,839 miles

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 100,050 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 99,245 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 83,745 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Feb 2011 83,745 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 64,043 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 64,043 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 58,632 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 49,363 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 16 Apr 2007 41,706 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 35,938 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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RE03 SXW is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in White with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RE03 SXW, 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

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What year was RE03 SXW registered?

RE03 SXW is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 17 June 2003.

Is RE03 SXW safe to buy?

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