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TLZ 3289

2003 Jaguar S-type

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLZ 3289
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin strip and check (3.5.1g)

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both lens worn req polish (1.7.5a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear (3.5.1i)

Fail 17 Jul 2017

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

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin strip and check (3.5.1g)

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both lens worn req polish (1.7.5a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 103,529 miles

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 2 Apr 2014 103,529 miles

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

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 96,625 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2010 91,600 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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TLZ 3289 is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Black with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 TLZ 3289, 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

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What year was TLZ 3289 registered?

TLZ 3289 is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 24 March 2003.

Is TLZ 3289 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TLZ 3289 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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