2003 Jaguar S-Type 3.0L Petrol · LC53 JPX
2003 Jaguar S-Type (3.0L, petrol). First registered 31 Oct 2003. Recorded mileage 111,381 miles. MOT expired on 30 Jun 2025.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR S-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Jun 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 111,381 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LC53 JPX Key Findings
- 30 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 05/06/2025
- 111,381 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 11 historical MOT failures
- 12 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (25 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LC53 JPX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
30 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Jaguar S-Type (LC53 JPX) between November 2006 and June 2025.
The record contains 19 passes and 11 failures.
The most recent test on 05 June 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (25 issues), Suspension (24 issues), Brakes (22 issues), Lighting (11 issues), Windscreen (8 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 71 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: “Emissions unable to be completed Was failing on lambda but could not complete because engine was overheating (8.2.1.2 (d”; “Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”.
LC53 JPX Mileage History
- 01/11/200626,211 mi
- 04/02/200829,490 mi+3,279 mi
- 05/12/200833,640 mi+4,150 mi
- 11/12/200940,460 mi+6,820 mi
- 07/01/201148,779 mi+8,319 mi
- 07/12/201144,280 mi-4,499 mi
- 23/05/201244,945 mi+665 mi
- 10/12/201247,914 mi+2,969 mi
- 25/06/201453,442 mi+5,528 mi
- 26/06/201453,442 mi
- 04/06/201560,299 mi+6,857 mi
- 08/06/201560,299 mi
- 29/06/201665,416 mi+5,117 mi
- 04/07/201665,416 mi
- 07/07/201772,742 mi+7,326 mi
- 15/11/201886,266 mi+13,524 mi
- 20/11/201886,266 mi
- 08/08/201994,650 mi+8,384 mi
- 07/10/201994,665 mi+15 mi
- 18/11/201994,917 mi+252 mi
- 10/12/202096,442 mi+1,525 mi
- 15/12/202096,447 mi+5 mi
- 25/06/202196,573 mi+126 mi
- 30/06/202196,582 mi+9 mi
- 14/06/2022101,861 mi+5,279 mi
- 22/06/2023103,003 mi+1,142 mi
- 23/06/2023103,006 mi+3 mi
- 02/07/2024106,635 mi+3,629 mi
- 02/07/2024106,635 mi
- 05/06/2025111,381 mi+4,746 mi
Average of roughly 4,581 miles per year across 30 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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: Poor
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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