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AK05 MZL

2005 Jaguar S-type

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

135,400 mi
Last recorded135,400 miles
Recorded on24 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 MZL
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2018 135,400 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside mirror casing damaged

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2017 121,573 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 May 2016 110,879 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 101,880 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 98,933 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 96,695 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 94,290 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 94,288 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 75,596 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 75,596 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 72,122 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s and o/s wiper blades split on ends

rear brake discs starting to corrode

Pass 6 Jul 2009 60,812 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 48,238 miles

front pads getting low

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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AK05 MZL is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2005 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 73,908 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 AK05 MZL, 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 21 years old, this Jaguar S-type is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK05 MZL registered?

AK05 MZL is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is AK05 MZL safe to buy?

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