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RF02 MUV

2002 Jaguar S-type

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

145,418 mi
Last recorded145,418 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2020
Typical for 2002 Jaguar S-type76,503 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF02 MUV
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2020 145,418 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 139,251 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 135,981 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2018 135,981 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 132,707 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 122,993 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2014 117,434 miles

Front lower edges of both sides sills corroded

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Outer sidewall damaged nearside front tyre

Pass 22 Mar 2014 117,434 miles

Front lower edges of both sides sills corroded

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Outer sidewall damaged nearside front tyre

Pass 11 Jun 2013 114,614 miles

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

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

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

o/s/r tyre worn on outer shoulder

Pass 23 Jun 2012 111,100 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 107,132 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 104,044 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 103,973 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2009 100,750 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 91,854 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2007 80,409 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 69,139 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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RF02 MUV is a 2002 Jaguar S-type in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 RF02 MUV, 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

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What year was RF02 MUV registered?

RF02 MUV is a 2002 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 7 May 2002.

Is RF02 MUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF02 MUV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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