2003 Jaguar S-Type 2.5L Petrol · KS52 NTA
2003 Jaguar S-Type (2.5L, petrol). First registered 08 Jan 2003. Recorded mileage 93,628 miles. MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR S-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,628 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KS52 NTA Key Findings
- 27 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/02/2026
- 93,628 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KS52 NTA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
27 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Jaguar S-Type (KS52 NTA) between December 2006 and February 2026.
The record contains 20 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 16 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (13 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Windscreen (6 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 35 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 Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the”; “Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
KS52 NTA Mileage History
- 13/12/200636,889 mi
- 19/12/200739,924 mi+3,035 mi
- 20/12/200739,926 mi+2 mi
- 19/12/200842,297 mi+2,371 mi
- 18/12/200945,305 mi+3,008 mi
- 18/12/200945,305 mi
- 05/11/201047,249 mi+1,944 mi
- 27/10/201148,161 mi+912 mi
- 19/10/201249,810 mi+1,649 mi
- 11/10/201350,602 mi+792 mi
- 27/10/201450,617 mi+15 mi
- 27/10/201553,481 mi+2,864 mi
- 31/10/201660,659 mi+7,178 mi
- 31/10/201660,659 mi
- 17/10/201767,877 mi+7,218 mi
- 18/10/201767,880 mi+3 mi
- 16/10/201875,030 mi+7,150 mi
- 16/10/201875,030 mi
- 21/10/201982,176 mi+7,146 mi
- 20/10/202084,466 mi+2,290 mi
- 13/10/202187,465 mi+2,999 mi
- 13/10/202187,465 mi
- 25/10/202289,249 mi+1,784 mi
- 19/10/202390,342 mi+1,093 mi
- 28/02/202592,168 mi+1,826 mi
- 16/02/202693,628 mi+1,460 mi
- 16/02/202693,628 mi
Average of roughly 2,958 miles per year across 27 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: Good
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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