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SG52 VGM

2002 Jaguar S-type

Green Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2018
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

129,876 mi
Last recorded129,876 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Jaguar S-type76,503 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG52 VGM
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2017 129,876 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 126,008 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2016 125,998 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2015 124,570 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 120,947 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 120,942 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 116,799 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 31 Oct 2013 116,797 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2012 116,328 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 20 Dec 2012 116,328 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 114,702 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2011 113,127 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 113,094 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 113,094 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 94,272 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 78,040 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 60,770 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 60,585 miles

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Jan 2006 47,172 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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SG52 VGM is a 2002 Jaguar S-type in Green with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 SG52 VGM, 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.

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What year was SG52 VGM registered?

SG52 VGM is a 2002 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 5 November 2002.

Is SG52 VGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG52 VGM shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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