2003 Jaguar S-Type 2.5L Petrol · LC03 UAN
2003 Jaguar S-Type (2.5L, petrol). First registered 27 Jun 2003. Recorded mileage 67,917 miles. MOT expired on 09 Aug 2024.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR S-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 09 Aug 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 67,917 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LC03 UAN Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/08/2023
- 67,917 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LC03 UAN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Jaguar S-Type (LC03 UAN) between June 2006 and August 2023.
The record contains 18 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 11 August 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Steering (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 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: “Offside Rear Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Tie bar (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)”.
LC03 UAN Mileage History
- 23/06/200627,036 mi
- 12/06/200732,201 mi+5,165 mi
- 09/06/200836,348 mi+4,147 mi
- 22/06/200940,236 mi+3,888 mi
- 25/06/201043,068 mi+2,832 mi
- 24/06/201145,228 mi+2,160 mi
- 20/06/201248,257 mi+3,029 mi
- 30/05/201350,619 mi+2,362 mi
- 19/05/201453,054 mi+2,435 mi
- 21/05/201556,092 mi+3,038 mi
- 09/05/201657,533 mi+1,441 mi
- 09/05/201759,905 mi+2,372 mi
- 11/05/201759,906 mi+1 mi
- 15/05/201862,550 mi+2,644 mi
- 22/05/201862,590 mi+40 mi
- 02/05/201964,861 mi+2,271 mi
- 28/05/202066,696 mi+1,835 mi
- 29/05/202066,696 mi
- 25/05/202167,020 mi+324 mi
- 25/05/202267,394 mi+374 mi
- 11/08/202367,917 mi+523 mi
Average of roughly 2,386 miles per year across 21 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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