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YS03 FVG

2003 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

103,948 mi
Last recorded103,948 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS03 FVG
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2025 103,948 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 103,254 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 102,011 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 100,410 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 97,718 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 97,463 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 96,488 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 95,912 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 94,720 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 92,440 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2015 90,417 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 88,494 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 84,305 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 78,414 miles

Oil leak

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Jan 2011 72,046 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 65,622 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 59,609 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 53,333 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 49,000 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 41,255 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 41,255 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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YS03 FVG is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 YS03 FVG, 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 YS03 FVG?

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What year was YS03 FVG registered?

YS03 FVG is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is YS03 FVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS03 FVG shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YS03 FVG have outstanding finance?

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