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RF03 VYH

2003 Jaguar S-type

Grey Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,388 mi
Last recorded74,388 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF03 VYH
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2017 74,388 miles

Offside Rear Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2016 74,252 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Feb 2016 74,250 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working sidelight (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2015 69,956 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 63,467 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 56,971 miles

front tyres heavily worn on inner surfaces

Pass 30 Jun 2012 44,098 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jul 2011 36,778 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 12 Jul 2011 36,772 miles

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

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 9 Jul 2010 33,148 miles

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

nearside front windscreen wiper blade split

Pass 10 Jul 2009 28,898 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 28,897 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 24,874 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2007 20,300 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 15,138 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

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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RF03 VYH is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Grey with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 RF03 VYH, 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 RF03 VYH registered?

RF03 VYH is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is RF03 VYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF03 VYH shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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