2002 Jaguar S-Type · 4,351 MOT tests
2002 Jaguar S-Type reliability
2002 Jaguar S-Types fail 39.9% of first MOT tests, 3% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 6 of 9 S-Type years (4,351 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Jaguar S-Types: 37.2%)
- 39.9%
- first-time fail rate (all Jaguar S-Types: 37.2%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 3% fewer
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 20
- 89,817
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 20
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 4,351
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2002 against the years either side
- 2001 cars: 3% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2002 car does better)
- 2003 cars: 12% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2002 car does worse)
- Weak spot: steering, 6.5% of tests fail here (78% above cars of the same age and mileage).
- Strong point: body, chassis and structure, 49% fewer fails than comparable cars.
- Plates: a 2002 car carries a 51 plate (January–February 2002), or a 02 plate (March–August 2002), or a 52 plate (September–December 2002).
Common problems
What fails on a 2002 Jaguar S-Type
Fail rate by area
- Suspension18.9%
- Brakes14.6%
- Lights and electrics14.2%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks8.5%
- Steering6.5%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors6.3%
- Tyres6.2%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
Engine warning light inoperative or lit 4.76%
An engine warning light that is lit or not working can hide faults, so diagnosis is needed before buying.
Ball joint dust cover no longer sealed 3.91%
A damaged dust cover lets dirt into the joint, speeding wear, so the joint may need replacing later.
Suspension mounting area seriously corroded 3.61%
Corrosion near suspension mountings can seriously weaken the body structure, so an expert inspection is needed.
Rigid brake pipe excessively corroded 3.31%
Badly corroded brake pipes can leak or fail, which can cause a loss of braking, so repair is urgent.
ABS warning lamp shows a fault 3.19%
A lit ABS warning means the anti-lock system may not work, so wheels could lock during emergency braking.
Track rod end dust cover damaged 3.03%
A damaged dust cover lets dirt into the ball joint, which speeds up wear and may lead to a costly replacement.
Common advisories
Brake pipes corroded and greasy (20.06%) · Tyre worn close to legal limit (12.64%) · Engine oil leak, not excessive (12.16%) · Brake disc pitted or scored (8.6%) · Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (8.57%) · Suspension arm pin/bush showing wear (7.63%)
Other years
Every Jaguar S-Type year
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Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 normal tests.
Is a 2002 Jaguar S-Type reliable?
2002 Jaguar S-Types fail 39.9% of first MOT tests, 3% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 6 of 9 S-Type years (4,351 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2002 Jaguar S-Type MOT?
Most often engine warning light inoperative or lit (4.76% of tests), ball joint dust cover no longer sealed (3.91% of tests), suspension mounting area seriously corroded (3.61% of tests).
How many miles should a 2002 Jaguar S-Type have done?
At its MOT aged about 20, a typical 2002 Jaguar S-Type shows 89,817 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
What plate is a 2002 car?
A car first registered in 2002 carries a 51 plate (January–February 2002), or a 02 plate (March–August 2002), or a 52 plate (September–December 2002).
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