2002 Jaguar S-Type 4.0L Petrol · EK51 HRM

The vehicle currently maintains a stable roadworthiness status following a clean MOT pass on May 6, 2025 at 113,806 miles. This most recent inspection recorded no defects or advisories, indicating that previous mechanical issues have been successfully addressed. While the history shows two failures in recent years, the trend has moved toward consistency, suggesting the current ownership is proactive in rectifying faults identified during the testing process. The mileage profile reflects exceptionally low annual usage for a twenty-four-old vehicle. At 113,806 miles, the car has averaged approximately 4,700 miles per year. The data shows a significant increase in activity between March 2023 and March 2024, where the vehicle covered over 3,000 miles in just thirteen months. While low mileage generally implies less wear on the drivetrain and engine, the long periods of relative inactivity often lead to the degradation of rubber-based components, such as suspension bushes and perished seals, or corrosion in brake fluid lines. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the specific areas that caused the failures in February 2023 and February 2024, although the record does not list the specific mechanical reasons. Given the age of the S-Type, a thorough check of the structural integrity of the exhaust system and underbody for corrosion is essential. The low mileage also warrants a close look at the brakes for binding calipers that may have seized due to infrequent use. Assessing the condition of the coil springs and bushings is vital to ensure that the low mileage has not masked dry-rot in the suspension assembly.