2003 Jaguar S-Type 2.5L Petrol · AF53 OKT
2003 Jaguar S-Type (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 148,039 miles. MOT expired on 06 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR S-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 148,039 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AF53 OKT Key Findings
- 28 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/07/2025
- 148,039 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 9 historical MOT failures
- 13 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (43 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AF53 OKT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
28 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Jaguar S-Type (AF53 OKT) between August 2006 and July 2025.
The record contains 19 passes and 9 failures.
The most recent test on 07 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 9 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (43 issues), Brakes (16 issues), Tyres (16 issues), Lighting (13 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 83 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength”; “Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
AF53 OKT Mileage History
- 30/08/200616,384 mi
- 07/11/200728,428 mi+12,044 mi
- 18/11/200842,580 mi+14,152 mi
- 19/11/200842,580 mi
- 18/11/200952,730 mi+10,150 mi
- 10/11/201061,493 mi+8,763 mi
- 24/01/201271,244 mi+9,751 mi
- 25/01/201271,244 mi
- 15/11/201277,221 mi+5,977 mi
- 09/12/201381,047 mi+3,826 mi
- 09/02/201585,759 mi+4,712 mi
- 23/03/201692,062 mi+6,303 mi
- 17/03/201792,678 mi+616 mi
- 09/06/201892,721 mi+43 mi
- 09/06/201892,721 mi
- 11/06/201996,927 mi+4,206 mi
- 11/06/201996,927 mi
- 02/07/2020107,268 mi+10,341 mi
- 03/07/2020107,268 mi
- 28/06/2021115,290 mi+8,022 mi
- 28/06/2021115,293 mi+3 mi
- 20/06/2022132,554 mi+17,261 mi
- 04/07/2023137,441 mi+4,887 mi
- 08/07/2023137,458 mi+17 mi
- 06/07/2024142,375 mi+4,917 mi
- 06/07/2024142,375 mi
- 28/06/2025147,901 mi+5,526 mi
- 07/07/2025148,039 mi+138 mi
Average of roughly 6,983 miles per year across 28 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Jaguar Jaguar S-Type
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: JAGUAR S-TYPE
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- ZF 6HP26 Automatic Gearbox "The Lurch" & Mechatronic Sleeve Leak(Moderate)
The 6-speed ZF automatic gearbox suffers from fluid leakage around the plastic mechatronic electrical sleeve and worn valve body damper rubbers, causing harsh downshifts from 2nd to 1st gear when coming to a halt.
- Front Lower Wishbone Rear Hydrobush Fluid Leak & Ball Joint Play(Moderate)
The large fluid-filled hydraulic compliance bushes on the curved front lower control arms rupture and weep black fluid, leading to steering shimmy under braking and MOT failure.
- Sill & Rear Subframe Mounting Corrosion Concealed Behind Plastic Covers(Serious)
Road dirt and wet road salt accumulate behind the full-length plastic sill threshold covers and around the rear subframe front mounting heel boards, corroding structural steel out of plain sight.
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- ZF 6HP26 Automatic Gearbox "The Lurch" & Mechatronic Sleeve LeakModerate
The 6-speed ZF automatic gearbox suffers from fluid leakage around the plastic mechatronic electrical sleeve and worn valve body damper rubbers, causing harsh downshifts from 2nd to 1st gear when coming to a halt.
- Front Lower Wishbone Rear Hydrobush Fluid Leak & Ball Joint PlayModerate
The large fluid-filled hydraulic compliance bushes on the curved front lower control arms rupture and weep black fluid, leading to steering shimmy under braking and MOT failure.
- Sill & Rear Subframe Mounting Corrosion Concealed Behind Plastic CoversSerious
Road dirt and wet road salt accumulate behind the full-length plastic sill threshold covers and around the rear subframe front mounting heel boards, corroding structural steel out of plain sight.
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