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AM52 BYK

2003 Jaguar S-type

Green Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

44,785 mi
Last recorded44,785 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM52 BYK
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 44,785 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2026 44,717 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear most point of sill where it meets the lower wheel arch has completely corroded through. Entire sill covered in trim, possible more damage along length that is not visible. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear most point of sill where it meets the lower wheel arch has completely corroded through. Entire sill covered in trim, possible more damage along length that is not visible. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rigid pipes are corroding in all corners of the vehicle and slightly along the runs. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Outer brake cable rubbing through on rear drop link, operation not affected at this time (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Hole in sill but not within any mounting points.

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Outer brake cable rubbing through on rear drop link, operation not affected at this time (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & Cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 43,876 miles

Engine oil leaks..

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear tyres worn out of shape /cracking /perished .

Pass 10 Jan 2024 43,368 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 42,907 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

both front tyres are worn on inner edges

Pass 18 Jan 2022 42,492 miles

Both front brake hoses ferrules corroded .

Offside Front Brake bind .

Pass 14 Jan 2021 41,638 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule corroded .

Fail 13 Jan 2021 41,638 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule corroded .

Pass 9 Jan 2020 41,049 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 40,305 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 39,357 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 38,695 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 37,928 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 37,012 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 35,841 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 34,455 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 33,295 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2011 31,748 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 29,847 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 26,865 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 23,335 miles

all brake discs slightly corroded

rear tyres getting low

unable to see inner brake pads

Pass 17 Jan 2007 20,262 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 16,232 miles

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

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

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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AM52 BYK is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Green with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 AM52 BYK, 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 AM52 BYK registered?

AM52 BYK is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 18 January 2003.

Is AM52 BYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM52 BYK shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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