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SJ53 HCP

2003 Jaguar S-type

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

129,274 mi
Last recorded129,274 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2011
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ53 HCP
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2011 129,274 miles

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

Fail 26 Jan 2011 129,268 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2009 117,341 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 117,341 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

engine management light on

traction control light on

Pass 15 Feb 2008 109,438 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Feb 2007 100,578 miles

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

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

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 100,578 miles

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

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 98,322 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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SJ53 HCP is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 SJ53 HCP, 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 SJ53 HCP?

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What year was SJ53 HCP registered?

SJ53 HCP is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 20 November 2003.

Is SJ53 HCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ53 HCP shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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