Jaguar S Type V6 SE Auto (2001)
2001 Jaguar S Type V6 SE Auto
CarHunch analysed 110 real MOT records for the 2001 Jaguar S Type V6 SE Auto. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
**The 2001 Jaguar S-TYPE V6 SE Auto is a severely unreliable prospect by modern standards, with only a 12.4% first-time pass rate against the UK average of 80%—meaning nearly 9 in 10 fail their MOT on first attempt.** While dangerous defects aren't prevalent at 0%, the sheer volume of failures suggests systemic issues that go beyond safety-critical concerns into basic mechanical soundness.
**At an average mileage of 121,115 miles, these cars aren't particularly high-mileage for their age, yet they're accumulating failures at a troubling rate—averaging 0.21 failures per vehicle despite virtually zero advisories, which indicates problems are catching people by surprise rather than gradually worsening.** If you're seriously considering one, budget heavily for pre-purchase inspection by a Jaguar specialist and expect ongoing repair costs to outweigh savings on the purchase price.
What to check before buying a 2001 Jaguar S Type V6 SE Auto
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (81%) | 89 | 0% | 0 |
| Other (17%) | 19 | 71.9% | 1.21 |
| Diesel (2%) | 2 | 0% | 0 |
MOT History Averages
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