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VA53 FHO

2003 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

122,312 mi
Last recorded122,312 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA53 FHO
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2020 122,312 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 2 May 2019 111,887 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 104,716 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 97,877 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 90,550 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 90,550 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 May 2015 83,254 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 75,456 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 69,415 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 57,971 miles

Nearside front foglamp and wheelarch liner are damaged.

Fail 23 Jan 2012 57,791 miles

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

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

Nearside front foglamp and wheelarch liner are damaged.

Oil level is on minimum.

Pass 12 Jan 2011 44,824 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 35,280 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 35,275 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

unable to check inner brake pads

Pass 28 Jan 2009 25,084 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2009 25,084 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

unable to see inner brake pads

Pass 30 Jan 2008 13,222 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 12,152 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 9,289 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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VA53 FHO is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VA53 FHO, 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 VA53 FHO registered?

VA53 FHO is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is VA53 FHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA53 FHO shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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