2003 Jaguar S-Type 2.5L Petrol · NL53 SDU
2003 Jaguar S-Type (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 123,057 miles. MOT expired on 28 Nov 2017. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR S-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 28 Nov 2017
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 123,057 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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NL53 SDU Key Findings
- 13 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/11/2016
- 123,057 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (29 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
NL53 SDU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
13 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Jaguar S-Type (NL53 SDU) between October 2006 and November 2016.
The record contains 10 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 29 November 2016 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: Brakes (29 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Bodywork (7 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 46 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: “Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)”; “Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”; “Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag (5.4.2)”.
NL53 SDU Mileage History
- 02/10/200675,524 mi
- 22/03/200883,106 mi+7,582 mi
- 18/03/200989,083 mi+5,977 mi
- 24/03/201092,367 mi+3,284 mi
- 22/03/201198,306 mi+5,939 mi
- 24/03/201198,306 mi
- 13/10/201299,689 mi+1,383 mi
- 09/10/2013105,690 mi+6,001 mi
- 13/10/2014112,344 mi+6,654 mi
- 19/10/2015119,316 mi+6,972 mi
- 20/09/2016122,818 mi+3,502 mi
- 29/11/2016123,056 mi+238 mi
- 29/11/2016123,057 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 4,678 miles per year across 13 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: Below 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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