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VF02 LRA

2002 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

62,564 mi
Last recorded62,564 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Jaguar S-type76,503 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF02 LRA
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 62,564 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2025 61,304 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2025 61,304 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt tire rod end, (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2024 60,032 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced slight in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 59,151 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced slight underneath in places inc suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 58,083 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 57,167 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2021 57,167 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 56,037 miles

Central Rear some surface corrosion

Pass 12 Aug 2019 54,683 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 53,023 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 49,123 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 45,457 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 45,456 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 41,398 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 36,736 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Aug 2013 33,272 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 33,272 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 29,485 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 27,899 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 26,482 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 21,191 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 15,518 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 10,248 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 3,301 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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VF02 LRA is a 2002 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 VF02 LRA, 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

How do I check the history of VF02 LRA?

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What year was VF02 LRA registered?

VF02 LRA is a 2002 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 26 June 2002.

Is VF02 LRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF02 LRA shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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