2003 Jaguar S-Type 4.2L Petrol · BN53 CSZ
2003 Jaguar S-Type (4.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 116,003 miles. MOT expired on 27 Nov 2024.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR S-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Nov 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 116,003 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BN53 CSZ Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 30/04/2024
- 116,003 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 15 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (34 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BN53 CSZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Jaguar S-Type (BN53 CSZ) between November 2006 and April 2024.
The record contains 13 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 30 April 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (34 issues), Bodywork (16 issues), Tyres (13 issues), Lighting (11 issues), Suspension (8 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 74 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: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))”; “Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of”.
BN53 CSZ Mileage History
- 06/11/200645,476 mi
- 19/10/200754,822 mi+9,346 mi
- 06/08/200862,278 mi+7,456 mi
- 25/08/200966,020 mi+3,742 mi
- 03/09/201068,014 mi+1,994 mi
- 04/09/201068,014 mi
- 05/12/201169,613 mi+1,599 mi
- 10/06/201370,918 mi+1,305 mi
- 24/08/201573,716 mi+2,798 mi
- 04/09/201573,716 mi
- 30/12/201782,399 mi+8,683 mi
- 07/04/201882,408 mi+9 mi
- 28/04/201882,418 mi+10 mi
- 13/05/201996,958 mi+14,540 mi
- 13/05/201996,958 mi
- 03/02/2021104,655 mi+7,697 mi
- 03/02/2021104,655 mi
- 06/08/2022114,710 mi+10,055 mi
- 28/11/2023115,915 mi+1,205 mi
- 30/04/2024116,003 mi+88 mi
Average of roughly 4,034 miles per year across 20 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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