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VE53 OSX

2003 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,849 mi
Last recorded58,849 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE53 OSX
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2018 58,849 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 58,314 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 57,676 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 57,096 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 55,423 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2013 52,864 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 48,971 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 41,734 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 38,722 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2008 35,866 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2008 35,857 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 33,377 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2006 27,942 miles

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

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 30 Nov 2006 27,942 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

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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VE53 OSX is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 VE53 OSX, 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

How do I check the history of VE53 OSX?

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What year was VE53 OSX registered?

VE53 OSX is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is VE53 OSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE53 OSX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VE53 OSX have outstanding finance?

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