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YB02 VMV

2002 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,115 mi
Last recorded81,115 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Jaguar S-type76,503 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB02 VMV
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2017 81,115 miles

Nearside Rear drop link cover starting to split

Pass 10 Nov 2016 75,598 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

all tyres perished

head lamp lenses discoloured

slight corrosion on all brake hose ferrules

slight wear in rear anti roll bar links

Fail 8 Nov 2016 75,595 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

all tyres perished

head lamp lenses discoloured

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight corrosion on all brake hose ferrules

slight wear in rear anti roll bar links

Pass 31 Oct 2015 71,529 miles

all tyres starting to perish

rear suspension rubber starting to perish

Pass 10 Nov 2014 68,939 miles

rear suspension arm bushes starting to perish

Pass 21 Jun 2013 67,569 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 65,439 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 63,928 miles

slight wear on front brake discs

Fail 8 Jul 2011 63,927 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

nearside front tyre has minor sidewall damage and perishing

slight wear on front brake discs

Pass 8 Jul 2010 61,449 miles

slight wear in rear anti roll bar links

Pass 10 Jul 2009 57,821 miles

slight wear on front brake discs

Pass 10 Jul 2008 54,379 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 51,502 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 49,798 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 49,798 miles

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b) DANGEROUS

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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YB02 VMV is a 2002 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 76,503 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 YB02 VMV, 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 24 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 YB02 VMV registered?

YB02 VMV is a 2002 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 10 July 2002.

Is YB02 VMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB02 VMV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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