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W97 VLX

2000 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

140,562 mi
Last recorded140,562 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2018
Typical for 2000 Jaguar S-type84,695 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW97 VLX
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2018 140,562 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 144,044 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2017 144,044 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 133,486 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 130,006 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2015 130,006 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2014 126,191 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 123,789 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 121,940 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 120,550 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 118,720 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 116,263 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 112,810 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 109,192 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 101,267 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 92,228 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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W97 VLX is a 2000 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 W97 VLX, 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

How do I check the history of W97 VLX?

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What year was W97 VLX registered?

W97 VLX is a 2000 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 13 July 2000.

Is W97 VLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for W97 VLX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W97 VLX have outstanding finance?

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