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DE55 OTS

2005 Jaguar S-type

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

103,944 mi
Last recorded103,944 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 OTS
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2019 103,944 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 99,105 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer seal by jacking point has slight corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 94,802 miles

battery warning lamp on

Fail 30 Aug 2017 94,763 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

battery warning lamp on

horn poor but working

Pass 8 Sep 2016 86,708 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

battery warning light on

Fail 6 Sep 2016 86,691 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

battery warning light on

Pass 8 Sep 2015 77,519 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 68,069 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

outer parking brake cables worn

Pass 9 Sep 2013 60,221 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Sep 2012 47,384 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 29,941 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 28,833 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 23,821 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 19,877 miles

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

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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DE55 OTS is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DE55 OTS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DE55 OTS registered?

DE55 OTS is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 26 October 2005.

Is DE55 OTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE55 OTS shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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