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YE53 PLF

2003 Jaguar S-type

Black Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

141,532 mi
Last recorded141,532 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE53 PLF
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2013 141,532 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2012 131,500 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 192,343 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 108,865 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 96,125 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 79,689 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 79,684 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 69,308 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 69,308 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (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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YE53 PLF is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Black with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 YE53 PLF, 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

How do I check the history of YE53 PLF?

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What year was YE53 PLF registered?

YE53 PLF is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 20 November 2003.

Is YE53 PLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE53 PLF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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