2003 Jaguar S-Type 4.2L Petrol · OU53 HCC
2003 Jaguar S-Type (4.2L, petrol). First registered 06 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 122,763 miles. MOT expired on 18 Jan 2023.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR S-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Oxford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 18 Jan 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 122,763 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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OU53 HCC Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/01/2022
- 122,763 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
OU53 HCC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Jaguar S-Type (OU53 HCC) between August 2006 and January 2022.
The record contains 15 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 19 January 2022 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 (9 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). 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 Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))”; “Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))”; “Central Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (”.
OU53 HCC Mileage History
- 31/08/200619,915 mi
- 09/09/200620,267 mi+352 mi
- 04/09/200734,225 mi+13,958 mi
- 29/06/200960,061 mi+25,836 mi
- 27/05/201070,884 mi+10,823 mi
- 30/06/201180,336 mi+9,452 mi
- 16/11/201280,782 mi+446 mi
- 08/11/201392,830 mi+12,048 mi
- 06/11/2014102,357 mi+9,527 mi
- 07/11/2015106,742 mi+4,385 mi
- 29/10/2016111,214 mi+4,472 mi
- 03/11/2016111,216 mi+2 mi
- 15/11/2017114,340 mi+3,124 mi
- 03/11/2018115,976 mi+1,636 mi
- 14/11/2019117,565 mi+1,589 mi
- 01/12/2020119,892 mi+2,327 mi
- 04/01/2022122,717 mi+2,825 mi
- 19/01/2022122,763 mi+46 mi
Average of roughly 6,684 miles per year across 18 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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