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TVV 4

2003 Jaguar S-type

Beige Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

64,058 mi
Last recorded64,058 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVV 4
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 64,058 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 23 Jul 2025 62,965 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 62,138 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 61,060 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 59,803 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 57,877 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 55,950 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 55,889 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 53,207 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 48,617 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 46,314 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 42,499 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 39,055 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2015 38,344 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 May 2015 38,344 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 35,893 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 33,243 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 30,829 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 27,050 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 23,333 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 23,327 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2009 19,702 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 17,842 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 17,842 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 14,908 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2006 10,614 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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TVV 4 is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Beige with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 TVV 4, 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 TVV 4 registered?

TVV 4 is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 24 June 2003.

Is TVV 4 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVV 4 shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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