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AK53 VRW

2003 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

13,846 mi
Last recorded13,846 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 VRW
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2016 13,846 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 136,708 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front brake caliper damp

Fail 20 Nov 2015 136,702 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage bumper insecure (6.1.C.1)

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front brake caliper damp

Pass 14 Oct 2014 129,021 miles

Offside Front 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 14 Oct 2013 127,033 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

engine management light on

rear sub frame rusty

Pass 5 Jul 2012 121,277 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 109,460 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel steering ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1i)

rear discs deteriated

Fail 11 May 2011 109,460 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear wheel steering ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1i)

rear discs deteriated

Pass 22 Jun 2010 95,658 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 82,601 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 69,422 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 52,404 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 37,450 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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AK53 VRW is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AK53 VRW, 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.

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What year was AK53 VRW registered?

AK53 VRW is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is AK53 VRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK53 VRW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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