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RF02 WZE

2002 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2019
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

116,026 mi
Last recorded116,026 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2018
Typical for 2002 Jaguar S-type76,503 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF02 WZE
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2018 116,026 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2018 116,026 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 114,066 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2017 114,066 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 111,433 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 111,433 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 108,607 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2015 108,607 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 104,528 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 104,525 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 99,344 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Oct 2012 95,155 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 90,393 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 83,675 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 76,906 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2009 76,906 miles

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

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 70,153 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 67,156 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 56,649 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 47,097 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 WZE is a 2002 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WZE, 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 WZE registered?

RF02 WZE is a 2002 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 29 April 2002.

Is RF02 WZE safe to buy?

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