2004 Jaguar S-Type 4.2L Petrol · A11 ACM

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent MOT results. Following a period of mechanical advisories, the 23 October 2025 test at 97,853 miles returned a clean pass with no defects recorded. This indicates that the previous issues regarding suspension components and tyre condition have been addressed, moving the maintenance trend from a state of corrective repair toward a period of consistent upkeep. The recorded mileage of 97,853 miles is notably low for a 2004 model, averaging approximately 4,448 miles per year. The data shows very minimal movement between tests, with only 251 miles covered between the October 2024 and October 2025 inspections. While this low usage suggests lighter mechanical wear on the drivetrain, the extremely small increments between tests may indicate the vehicle spends significant periods stationary, which can lead to rubber degradation and fluid stagnation. A buyer should focus a physical inspection on the suspension and steering assemblies. The November 2023 test at 97,318 miles flagged several issues, including a corroded offside front track rod end and severely deteriorated dust covers on both rear suspension rod ball joints. Although the 2025 pass suggests these were rectified, the presence of corrosion on steering components warrants a close look at the current state of the ball joints and tie rod ends to ensure no new degradation has begun. The 2022 failure at 97,066 miles highlighted concerns with tyre integrity, specifically exposed cords and perishing rubber. Given the low annual mileage and the tendency for tyres to age regardless of tread depth, a thorough check of the sidewalls and manufacture dates is necessary. The inspector should also verify the headlamp alignment and check for any signs of perished rubber bushings throughout the chassis, as the history shows a pattern of rubber components deteriorating due to age rather than heavy use.