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VU02 FBE

2002 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

110,015 mi
Last recorded110,015 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2018
Typical for 2002 Jaguar S-type76,503 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU02 FBE
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2018 110,015 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear x 2 (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 107,028 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 28 Apr 2016 101,862 miles

both front coil springs corroding

oil leak

Fail 27 Apr 2016 101,857 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

both front coil springs corroding

nearside rear coil spring corroding

oil leak

Pass 27 Apr 2015 97,194 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 97,179 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 91,340 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2013 85,320 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 80,993 miles

wipers poor

Pass 15 Apr 2011 75,765 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 70,994 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 62,264 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2008 55,938 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 51,586 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 46,833 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 43,376 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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VU02 FBE is a 2002 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VU02 FBE, 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

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What year was VU02 FBE registered?

VU02 FBE is a 2002 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 30 April 2002.

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The MOT history for VU02 FBE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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