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SV03 SOE

2003 Jaguar S-type

Grey Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,695 mi
Last recorded58,695 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV03 SOE
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2021 58,695 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 53,832 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 31 May 2019 53,798 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chalked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded chalked (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill chalked . outer sill cover needs removing to be welded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chalked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 52,031 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2018 51,946 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 50,250 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 45,548 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 41,006 miles

Sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 11 Mar 2015 40,997 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 14 Mar 2014 36,487 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 36,477 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Mar 2013 33,051 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 27,324 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 27,324 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 23,863 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 20,274 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 16,314 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 12,265 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

offside front tyre worn to less than 1.6mm on inner edge of tread

Pass 24 May 2007 11,000 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both front to rear brake pipes not checked properly

signs of a oil leak at nearside front

Pass 19 May 2006 7,443 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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SV03 SOE is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Grey with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SV03 SOE, 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.

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What year was SV03 SOE registered?

SV03 SOE is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 27 May 2003.

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