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VN02 XLF

2002 Jaguar S-type

Grey Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

116,405 mi
Last recorded116,405 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 Jaguar S-type76,503 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN02 XLF
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2016 116,405 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 12 Oct 2015 113,405 miles

baby seat fitted

coolant leak

Fail 29 Sep 2015 113,290 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

coolant leak

baby seat fitted

Pass 1 Oct 2014 110,477 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Sep 2014 110,477 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 101,524 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2012 93,781 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Apr 2012 93,780 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Apr 2011 85,675 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 4 Apr 2011 85,675 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 72,274 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

wear and sidewall damage rear tyres

Pass 7 Apr 2008 66,425 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 50,149 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 48,394 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2005 40,415 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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VN02 XLF is a 2002 Jaguar S-type in Grey with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 VN02 XLF, 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.

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What year was VN02 XLF registered?

VN02 XLF is a 2002 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 26 June 2002.

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