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VU04 LZX

2004 Jaguar S-type

Red Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

119,567 mi
Last recorded119,567 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Jaguar S-type73,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU04 LZX
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 119,567 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 113,728 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 107,871 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 100,858 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 95,515 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 88,419 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 82,426 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 77,208 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 21 Jun 2018 77,208 miles

Electronic parking brake control inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2017 74,627 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 68,411 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 62,683 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 54,889 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 48,233 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 42,594 miles

nsr outer disc worn

Pass 18 Apr 2012 42,332 miles

n/s/r brake disc pitted

Pass 8 Mar 2011 33,479 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 30,289 miles

255/55 zr16

all tyres are on 3mm tread depth

nearside rear tyre is worn on inner edge

offside rear tyre is worn on inner edge

Pass 19 Mar 2009 26,826 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 26,826 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 23,307 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 5 Mar 2008 23,307 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 17,188 miles

Nearside Outer Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 LZX is a 2004 Jaguar S-type in Red with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 LZX, 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 LZX registered?

VU04 LZX is a 2004 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 30 March 2004.

Is VU04 LZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU04 LZX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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