2003 Jaguar S-Type 2.5L Petrol · PL03 YCJ
2003 Jaguar S-Type (2.5L, petrol). First registered 30 Jul 2003. Recorded mileage 91,575 miles. MOT expired on 04 Mar 2026.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR S-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 04 Mar 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 91,575 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PL03 YCJ Key Findings
- 26 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/03/2025
- 91,575 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (17 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PL03 YCJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
26 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Jaguar S-Type (PL03 YCJ) between July 2006 and March 2025.
The record contains 19 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 05 March 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (17 issues), Lighting (12 issues), Windscreen (9 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Tyres (8 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 37 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 Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT-REAR (1.1.11 (c))”; “Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT-REAR (1.1.11 (c))”.
PL03 YCJ Mileage History
- 03/07/200616,749 mi
- 31/07/200722,561 mi+5,812 mi
- 08/08/200828,407 mi+5,846 mi
- 14/08/200936,221 mi+7,814 mi
- 13/08/201044,678 mi+8,457 mi
- 16/08/201150,656 mi+5,978 mi
- 20/08/201250,496 mi-160 mi
- 21/08/201359,326 mi+8,830 mi
- 21/08/201359,326 mi
- 22/08/201462,597 mi+3,271 mi
- 22/07/201565,333 mi+2,736 mi
- 31/08/201668,627 mi+3,294 mi
- 31/08/201668,627 mi
- 22/08/201771,557 mi+2,930 mi
- 29/08/201875,032 mi+3,475 mi
- 30/08/201875,035 mi+3 mi
- 24/07/201977,892 mi+2,857 mi
- 25/07/201977,915 mi+23 mi
- 08/01/202181,661 mi+3,746 mi
- 07/01/202284,663 mi+3,002 mi
- 07/01/202284,663 mi
- 12/01/202387,012 mi+2,349 mi
- 12/01/202387,012 mi
- 18/01/202489,200 mi+2,188 mi
- 05/03/202591,575 mi+2,375 mi
- 05/03/202591,575 mi
Average of roughly 4,007 miles per year across 26 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: 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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