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V8 DBH

2002 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,111 mi
Last recorded15,111 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Jaguar S-type76,503 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 DBH
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2026 15,111 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 14,863 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 14,737 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 14,521 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 14,215 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 13,619 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 13,189 miles

various suspension and steering joint dust covers showing signs of deteration

Pass 21 May 2009 12,121 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 9,326 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 9,082 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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V8 DBH is a 2002 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 V8 DBH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V8 DBH registered?

V8 DBH is a 2002 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 15 July 2002.

Is V8 DBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for V8 DBH shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V8 DBH have outstanding finance?

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