2003 Jaguar S-Type 3.0L Petrol · LG53 KRO
2003 Jaguar S-Type (3.0L, petrol). First registered 30 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 93,006 miles. MOT expired on 07 Sept 2023.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR S-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 07 Sept 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,006 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LG53 KRO Key Findings
- 23 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/09/2022
- 93,006 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (23 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LG53 KRO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
23 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Jaguar S-Type (LG53 KRO) between September 2006 and September 2022.
The record contains 17 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 09 September 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (23 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Steering (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 28 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 Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))”; “Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
LG53 KRO Mileage History
- 22/09/200622,930 mi
- 05/10/200726,575 mi+3,645 mi
- 24/09/200834,951 mi+8,376 mi
- 24/09/200834,951 mi
- 10/09/200939,855 mi+4,904 mi
- 13/09/201045,925 mi+6,070 mi
- 23/09/201153,484 mi+7,559 mi
- 12/09/201256,554 mi+3,070 mi
- 10/09/201357,770 mi+1,216 mi
- 10/09/201357,770 mi
- 10/09/201460,140 mi+2,370 mi
- 10/09/201460,140 mi
- 05/10/201565,379 mi+5,239 mi
- 29/09/201670,000 mi+4,621 mi
- 06/10/201774,055 mi+4,055 mi
- 05/10/201881,141 mi+7,086 mi
- 05/10/201881,141 mi
- 30/09/201988,209 mi+7,068 mi
- 10/09/202091,057 mi+2,848 mi
- 10/09/202091,057 mi
- 24/08/202192,102 mi+1,045 mi
- 25/08/202192,102 mi
- 09/09/202293,006 mi+904 mi
Average of roughly 4,390 miles per year across 23 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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