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WA03 OBT

2003 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

115,868 mi
Last recorded115,868 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2012
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 OBT
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2012 115,868 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Feb 2012 111,876 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2011
Pass 6 Mar 2010 81,853 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 67,742 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 51,463 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 51,463 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 48,731 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2006 41,187 miles

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 41,187 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 OBT is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OBT, 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 OBT registered?

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

Is WA03 OBT safe to buy?

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