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VU04 DFE

2004 Jaguar S-type

Gold Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

65,923 mi
Last recorded65,923 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2016
Typical for 2004 Jaguar S-type73,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU04 DFE
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2016 65,923 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 61,864 miles

rear differential is leaking oil

Pass 9 Jul 2014 56,287 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Aug 2013 52,675 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 49,673 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2012 49,459 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2011 44,192 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)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 35,032 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2009 26,037 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2008 19,914 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2007 13,553 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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VU04 DFE is a 2004 Jaguar S-type in Gold with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2004 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 73,418 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 VU04 DFE, 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 22 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 VU04 DFE registered?

VU04 DFE is a 2004 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 8 July 2004.

Is VU04 DFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU04 DFE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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