2003 Jaguar S-Type 3.0L Petrol · LD03 VTM
2003 Jaguar S-Type (3.0L, petrol). First registered 29 Mar 2003. Recorded mileage 103,676 miles. MOT expired on 03 Apr 2024.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR S-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 03 Apr 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 103,676 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LD03 VTM Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 28/06/2024
- 103,676 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LD03 VTM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Jaguar S-Type (LD03 VTM) between March 2022 and June 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 28 June 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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 Front Lower Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture FRONT TO REAR PIPE UNDER COVER (1.1.11 (a))”; “Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
LD03 VTM Mileage History
- 29/03/202297,133 mi
- 27/03/2023101,372 mi+4,239 mi
- 05/04/2023101,379 mi+7 mi
- 28/06/2024103,676 mi+2,297 mi
Average of roughly 2,908 miles per year across 4 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: 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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