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PWP 137E

1996 Jaguar S-type

Grey Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

81,050 mi
Last recorded81,050 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 1996 Jaguar S-type78,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWP 137E
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 81,050 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Fail 8 May 2017 81,048 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 May 2016 80,886 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 80,481 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 22 May 2015 80,481 miles

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 May 2014 79,767 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 79,281 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 78,960 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 78,478 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 78,476 miles

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 77,553 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fan belt tensioner appears worn. Belt slaping whilst engine running.

Front Top suspension arms fouling brake disc backing plates on full lock. Back plate fouling brake discs.

Fail 3 Jun 2010 77,553 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fan belt tensioner appears worn. Belt slaping whilst engine running.

Front Top suspension arms fouling brake disc backing plates on full lock. Back plate fouling brake discs.

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2009 76,506 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 76,013 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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PWP 137E is a 1996 Jaguar S-type in Grey with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 78,476 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 PWP 137E, 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 30 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 PWP 137E registered?

PWP 137E is a 1996 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 14 May 1996.

Is PWP 137E safe to buy?

The MOT history for PWP 137E shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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