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W781 VCA

2000 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

120,093 mi
Last recorded120,093 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 2000 Jaguar S-type84,695 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW781 VCA
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 120,093 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 18 Apr 2019 120,093 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 113,847 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 113,847 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2017 111,627 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 111,073 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 109,490 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 107,503 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 103,243 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 103,243 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 23 May 2012 100,316 miles

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

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

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

rear tyres cracking.

Pass 9 May 2011 99,642 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 91,440 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 80,601 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 80,601 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Pass 6 May 2008 74,868 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 68,580 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 62,502 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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W781 VCA is a 2000 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 W781 VCA, 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 W781 VCA registered?

W781 VCA is a 2000 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 3 March 2000.

Is W781 VCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W781 VCA shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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