2002 Jaguar S-Type 2.5L Petrol · HM02 LJM
2002 Jaguar S-Type (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01 May 2002. Recorded mileage 101,173 miles. MOT expired on 21 Jan 2026.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR S-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Jan 2026
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (11 Nov 2025)
- Recorded Mileage
- 101,173 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HM02 LJM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/01/2025
- 101,173 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HM02 LJM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Jaguar S-Type (HM02 LJM) between November 2021 and January 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 January 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
HM02 LJM Mileage History
- 09/11/202189,574 mi
- 14/11/202292,767 mi+3,193 mi
- 18/01/202497,485 mi+4,718 mi
- 21/01/2025101,173 mi+3,688 mi
- 22/01/2025101,173 mi
Average of roughly 3,621 miles per year across 5 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: 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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