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X198 TGC

2000 Jaguar S-type

Green Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

118,604 mi
Last recorded118,604 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2013
Typical for 2000 Jaguar S-type84,695 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX198 TGC
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2013 118,604 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 115,903 miles

sills covered

Fail 25 Oct 2011 113,438 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 113,438 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 113,144 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 94,555 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 94,543 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 91,212 miles

225 50 16 tyres on front 225 55 16 tres on rear

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges.

slight free play in steering

Fail 7 Jun 2008 91,212 miles

225 50 16 tyres on front 225 55 16 tres on rear

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges.

slight free play in steering

Pass 14 May 2007 71,046 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 67,910 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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X198 TGC is a 2000 Jaguar S-type in Green with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 X198 TGC, 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 X198 TGC registered?

X198 TGC is a 2000 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 31 October 2000.

Is X198 TGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X198 TGC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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