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BG03 SWF

2003 Jaguar S-type

Silver Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

72,574 mi
Last recorded72,574 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2013
Typical for 2003 Jaguar S-type74,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 SWF
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2013 72,574 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 69,196 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 65,358 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 59,926 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 52,839 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 49,285 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 49,285 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 48,690 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 38,870 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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BG03 SWF is a 2003 Jaguar S-type in Silver with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BG03 SWF, 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 BG03 SWF?

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What year was BG03 SWF registered?

BG03 SWF is a 2003 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 22 April 2003.

Is BG03 SWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 SWF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BG03 SWF have outstanding finance?

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