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X257 JFV

2000 Jaguar S-type

Black Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

94,947 mi
Last recorded94,947 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2013
Typical for 2000 Jaguar S-type84,695 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX257 JFV
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2013 94,947 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 93,183 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2011 88,990 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2010 84,737 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 80,336 miles

Advise slight play in steering column.

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

Pass 10 Dec 2008 74,017 miles

slight bind on o/sr wheel

Pass 14 Dec 2007 66,516 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2006 60,564 miles

Advise, various brake pipes rusty.

Fail 12 Dec 2006 60,564 miles

Advise, various brake pipes rusty.

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 7 Dec 2005 55,845 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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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X257 JFV is a 2000 Jaguar S-type in Black with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 X257 JFV, 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 X257 JFV registered?

X257 JFV is a 2000 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 21 December 2000.

Is X257 JFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X257 JFV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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