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W98 RPE

2000 Jaguar S-type

Silver Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

95,570 mi
Last recorded95,570 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2020
Typical for 2000 Jaguar S-type84,695 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW98 RPE
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 27 Aug 2020 95,570 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 90,216 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 13 Sep 2018 83,160 miles

Nearside non obligatory mirror insecure

Fail 11 Sep 2018 83,160 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside non obligatory mirror insecure

Pass 1 Sep 2017 74,130 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 73,926 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 69,220 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 68,732 miles

Headlight lenses deteriorated

Pass 15 Aug 2014 68,077 miles

All four tyres perished

Both front headlamps faded

Sill covers fitted

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 65,825 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 62,909 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 59,338 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 55,457 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 51,252 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2009 51,252 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2008 45,769 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 41,114 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2006 36,069 miles

accident damage to o/s/f wing

slight play in o/s lower balljoint

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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W98 RPE is a 2000 Jaguar S-type in Silver 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 W98 RPE, 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 W98 RPE?

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What year was W98 RPE registered?

W98 RPE is a 2000 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 3 March 2000.

Is W98 RPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W98 RPE 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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