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AV53 NWN

2003 Jaguar S-type

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

103,128 mi
Last recorded103,128 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 NWN
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2018 103,128 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 100,042 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 97,627 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 97,627 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp POSSIBLE EARTH FAULT (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 96,146 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

bonnet safety catch stiff

deep cuts in both front tyres & nearside rear also

Fail 3 Aug 2015 96,141 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

bonnet safety catch stiff

deep cuts in both front tyres & nearside rear also

engine light ON

Pass 6 Aug 2014 93,591 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer sills covered & underbody mud

Pass 5 Aug 2013 88,391 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Aug 2012 83,322 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 76,976 miles

Nearside rear brake disc scored

Sill covers and undertray fitted, cannot see some testable items.

Pass 11 Aug 2010 70,202 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

undertray obscuring some testable items

Fail 10 Aug 2010 70,197 miles

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

Offside Inner Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

undertray fitted,unable to view some testable items

water in boot area

Pass 13 Aug 2009 62,612 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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)

Fail 13 Aug 2009 62,612 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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 Aug 2008 53,458 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 14 Aug 2008 53,458 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 43,652 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 31,024 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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AV53 NWN is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Black with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 AV53 NWN, 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 AV53 NWN registered?

AV53 NWN is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is AV53 NWN safe to buy?

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