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W761 VLC

2000 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

168,349 mi
Last recorded168,349 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2014
Typical for 2000 Jaguar S-type84,695 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW761 VLC
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2014 168,349 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Jul 2013 167,423 miles

ADVICE nearside front tyre wearing outer edge

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jun 2012 166,314 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

advice nearside door mirror slightly damage

Pass 14 May 2011 164,728 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 154,996 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 140,202 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 123,564 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 123,564 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Fail 6 Jun 2007 111,603 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 111,603 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 98,489 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 98,486 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Front and rear number plates close to limits

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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W761 VLC is a 2000 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 84,695 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 W761 VLC, 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 26 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 W761 VLC registered?

W761 VLC is a 2000 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 16 June 2000.

Is W761 VLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W761 VLC shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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