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S48 WHK

1998 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

121,416 mi
Last recorded121,416 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2017
Typical for 1998 Jaguar S-type89,256 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS48 WHK
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2017 121,416 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 120,782 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 May 2014 120,615 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 May 2013 118,739 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 105,598 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 84,138 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 81,184 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Fail 6 Jul 2010 81,184 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2009 72,805 miles

Nearside Front Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

advise rear number plate slightly deterated

advise slightly sign of corrosion on floor offside front

Pass 19 Jun 2008 65,680 miles

rear # plate delaminating - legible at present

rear bumper loose o/s

Pass 11 Jun 2007 60,213 miles

n/s/f tyre 1.6mm and o/s/r tyre 2mm - both bald on inner edges

rear # plate delaminating (legible)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 53,211 miles

Rear bumper ends loose. †

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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S48 WHK is a 1998 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 89,256 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 S48 WHK, 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 28 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 S48 WHK registered?

S48 WHK is a 1998 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 27 November 1998.

Is S48 WHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S48 WHK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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