2003 Jaguar S-Type 2.5L Petrol · SA03 DHB
2003 Jaguar S-Type (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2003. Recorded mileage 160,273 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR S-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Glasgow
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06/06/2014
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01/02/2012)
- Recorded Mileage
- 160,273 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 2497cc
SA03 DHB Key Findings
- 12 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/06/2013
- 160,273 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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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.
SA03 DHB Mileage History
- 22/03/20068,885 mi
- 22/03/200714,586 mi+5,701 mi
- 26/03/200842,760 mi+28,174 mi
- 26/03/200842,760 mi
- 27/03/200969,543 mi+26,783 mi
- 30/03/200969,543 mi
- 06/04/201095,111 mi+25,568 mi
- 07/04/201095,111 mi
- 02/06/2011122,561 mi+27,450 mi
- 07/06/2012139,878 mi+17,317 mi
- 01/06/2013160,273 mi+20,395 mi
- 01/06/2013160,273 mi
Average of roughly 21,039 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.
SA03 DHB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
12 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Jaguar S-Type (SA03 DHB) between March 2006 and June 2013.
The record contains 8 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 01 June 2013 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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: “Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”; “Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)”; “Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)”.
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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