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RF53 BXD

2003 Jaguar S-type

Beige Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

93,939 mi
Last recorded93,939 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF53 BXD
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2015 93,939 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Jul 2015 93,787 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Feb 2014 74,192 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 66,490 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 58,639 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 50,864 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 43,408 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 36,120 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 30,201 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 30,201 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 22,833 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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RF53 BXD is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Beige with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RF53 BXD, 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 RF53 BXD registered?

RF53 BXD is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is RF53 BXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF53 BXD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RF53 BXD have outstanding finance?

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