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WA03 OBR

2003 Jaguar S-type

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

89,959 mi
Last recorded89,959 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 OBR
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2020 89,959 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2020 89,958 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 81,052 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 78,738 miles

Nearside Rear tyre , splits in inner sidewall and 3 mm

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

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing nearside rear and offside rear bottom joints (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2017 73,836 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm (4.1.E.1)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing nearside rear and offside rear bottom joints (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 May 2017 73,724 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits nearside bank (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive nearside bank (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive offside bank (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm (4.1.E.1)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing nearside rear and offside rear bottom joints (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 May 2016 69,265 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 64,222 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 64,210 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

Engine management light on

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

Pass 18 Apr 2014 62,880 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 54,575 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Fail 15 Apr 2013 54,575 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine light on

sill covers fitted

Pass 11 Apr 2012 41,070 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 32,585 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 30,017 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 28,597 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 25,202 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 20,524 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 16,703 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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WA03 OBR is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 WA03 OBR, 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 WA03 OBR registered?

WA03 OBR is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 28 March 2003.

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