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AJ55 VLA

2006 Jaguar S-type

Green Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

120,472 mi
Last recorded120,472 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Jaguar S-type73,291 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 VLA
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 120,472 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 119,014 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 117,848 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 115,731 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 113,904 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 111,643 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Nov 2020 111,643 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 109,560 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 106,493 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 103,334 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 99,482 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 95,242 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 98,027 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 87,038 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 82,497 miles

both side front tyres wearing inner/outer edges. just on legal limits

Pass 15 Jul 2011 76,816 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 71,974 miles

small stone chips to front screen

Pass 18 Nov 2009 68,548 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 48,146 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar S-type?

Based on 942,176 MOT tests across 62,116 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
4,736
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
62,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43,168
Brake pipe excessively corroded 20,758
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,128
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17,876
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,617
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AJ55 VLA is a 2006 Jaguar S-type in Green with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2006 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 73,291 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar S-type fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 43,168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ55 VLA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar S-type typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 20 years old, this Jaguar S-type is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AJ55 VLA?

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What year was AJ55 VLA registered?

AJ55 VLA is a 2006 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 11 January 2006.

Is AJ55 VLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ55 VLA shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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