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VX53 HRC

2003 Jaguar S-type

Grey Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

146,197 mi
Last recorded146,197 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 HRC
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2017 146,197 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 132,557 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2016 132,557 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fail 15 Aug 2016 132,117 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light both (1.3.2e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 124,836 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 119,188 miles

front coil springs corrodded

Pass 13 Aug 2013 114,798 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 113,921 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Coolant leak

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

off side and near side front tyres wearing on inside edges

Pass 8 Jun 2012 109,246 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2012 109,246 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 May 2011 102,480 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 102,479 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 25 May 2010 93,405 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside front tyre wearing inside tread

nearside number plate lens missing

Fail 25 May 2010 93,405 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside front tyre wearing inside tread

nearside number plate lens missing

Pass 1 Aug 2009 74,605 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2008 41,911 miles

engine light on

Pass 6 Jun 2007 15,614 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 13,382 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Nov 2006 13,382 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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VX53 HRC is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Grey with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 VX53 HRC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX53 HRC registered?

VX53 HRC is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 18 November 2003.

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