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V8 LKF

2007 Jaguar S-type

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

126,905 mi
Last recorded126,905 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Jaguar S-type68,411 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 LKF
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 126,905 miles

Both rear parking brake cables fouling on anti roll bar linkages

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust heat shield loose rear

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 7 Aug 2025 126,901 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill excessively corroded behind plastic cover within 30cm of nearside front seat mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill excessively corroded behind plastic cover within 30cm of offside front seat mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Both rear parking brake cables fouling on anti roll bar linkages

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust heat shield loose rear

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp aim not tested

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 121,880 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 118,566 miles

Central Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE NEARLY THREW TO CORD (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 108,900 miles

Central Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2022 108,891 miles

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

Central Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 102,471 miles

Central Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Fail 28 Jul 2021 102,426 miles

Headlamp aim too low BOTH (4.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 91,721 miles

eng oil low

Pass 25 Jul 2018 84,181 miles

o/s wiper blade torn

Fail 25 Jul 2018 84,181 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

o/s wiper blade torn

Pass 1 Aug 2017 79,656 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 74,338 miles

rear brake pads worn

Pass 7 Sep 2015 65,438 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit has slight cracking between tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 61,169 miles

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

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

both front and osr tyre treads perished.

wiper rubbers torn at ends.

Pass 21 Aug 2013 58,737 miles

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

n/s rear wheel has small crack

Pass 21 Aug 2012 54,970 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 51,153 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 51,153 miles

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 50,529 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

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

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 LKF is a 2007 Jaguar S-type in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2007 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 68,411 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 V8 LKF, 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 19 years old, this Jaguar S-type is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V8 LKF registered?

V8 LKF is a 2007 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 31 October 2007.

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