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S55 RTB

2003 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

87,399 mi
Last recorded87,399 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS55 RTB
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2018 87,399 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 80,699 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 74,416 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 22 Jul 2016 74,416 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 69,607 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 13 Sep 2014 61,987 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2014 61,987 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 57,310 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

door mirrors slightly insecure

Pass 4 Dec 2012 54,722 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2012 54,721 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 48,641 miles

slight damage on windscreen

Pass 6 Dec 2010 43,022 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 41,653 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 41,653 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 37,110 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 30,852 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 24,407 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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S55 RTB is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 S55 RTB, 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

How do I check the history of S55 RTB?

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What year was S55 RTB registered?

S55 RTB is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 13 August 2003.

Is S55 RTB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S55 RTB shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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