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VF03 YVR

2003 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

198,814 mi
Last recorded198,814 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF03 YVR
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 198,814 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 119,830 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres sidewall cracking

tow bar fitted at time of test

Pass 17 Mar 2015 112,800 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 106,098 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2013 98,257 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

o/s/r brakes slightly binding

Pass 6 Mar 2012 93,159 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 87,176 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

pans

Pass 2 Mar 2011 87,176 miles

pans

Pass 11 Sep 2009 77,567 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 70,451 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 60,714 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 45,913 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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VF03 YVR is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VF03 YVR, 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.

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What year was VF03 YVR registered?

VF03 YVR is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 9 July 2003.

Is VF03 YVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF03 YVR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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