2004 Jaguar S-Type 3.0L Petrol · VU04 ERV
2004 Jaguar S-Type (3.0L, petrol). First registered 01 May 2004. Recorded mileage 90,692 miles. MOT expired on 06 Nov 2018.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR S-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Nov 2018
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (31 Dec 2018)
- Recorded Mileage
- 90,692 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VU04 ERV Key Findings
- 13 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/11/2017
- 90,692 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VU04 ERV 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 2004 Jaguar S-Type (VU04 ERV) between July 2007 and November 2017.
The record contains 11 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 November 2017 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 26 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 (2.5.A.3c)”; “Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)”; “Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)”.
VU04 ERV Mileage History
- 28/07/200731,141 mi
- 10/09/200837,189 mi+6,048 mi
- 11/09/200942,661 mi+5,472 mi
- 11/09/200942,661 mi
- 10/09/201048,127 mi+5,466 mi
- 08/09/201152,950 mi+4,823 mi
- 20/09/201258,077 mi+5,127 mi
- 07/10/201362,099 mi+4,022 mi
- 09/10/201467,214 mi+5,115 mi
- 09/10/201572,393 mi+5,179 mi
- 03/11/201681,823 mi+9,430 mi
- 31/10/201790,616 mi+8,793 mi
- 07/11/201790,692 mi+76 mi
Average of roughly 5,793 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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