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YC52 CSZ

2003 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,362 mi
Last recorded87,362 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC52 CSZ
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 87,362 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 85,931 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 84,272 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 81,549 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 80,160 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 78,666 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 77,865 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 76,342 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 75,578 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2018 75,578 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 74,139 miles

Central Front Oil leak ()

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under trays

Pass 15 Feb 2016 72,445 miles

UNDERNEATH COVERED IN WAX OIL

Fail 12 Feb 2016 72,438 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

UNDERNEATH COVERED IN WAX OIL

Pass 17 Feb 2015 70,701 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all underside components covered in thick sealant

Pass 11 Feb 2014 68,510 miles

all brake pipes covered in grease

Fail 11 Feb 2014 68,505 miles

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

all brake pipes covered in grease

Pass 13 Feb 2013 66,702 miles

Battery warning light staying on

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Brake vacuum pipe slightly chafed (3.6.C.1b)

Nearside Rear 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)

Oil leak

both rear tyres cracking on inner sidewalls

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front tyre starting to crack

underbody of vehicle starting to show signs of age

Fail 13 Feb 2013 66,702 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Battery warning light staying on

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Brake vacuum pipe slightly chafed (3.6.C.1b)

Nearside Rear 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)

Oil leak

both rear tyres cracking on inner sidewalls

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front tyre starting to crack

underbody of vehicle starting to show signs of age

Pass 10 Feb 2012 64,780 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside front foglight not working.

Fail 3 Feb 2012 64,780 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside front foglight not working.

Offside rear tyre under-inflated - adjusted to correct pressure prior to commencing test.

Pass 9 Feb 2011 62,493 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 60,918 miles

Exposed metal end sections of flexible brake hoses all showing signs of corrosion.

Vehicle underbody/subframes showing signs of corrosion.

Pass 13 Feb 2009 58,421 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2009 58,419 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Jan 2008 50,377 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 50,377 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2007 41,388 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 30,909 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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YC52 CSZ is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YC52 CSZ, 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 YC52 CSZ registered?

YC52 CSZ is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is YC52 CSZ safe to buy?

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