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DF55 LBU

2005 Jaguar S-type

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,670 mi
Last recorded57,670 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2013
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF55 LBU
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2013 57,670 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 53,301 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 47,762 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 47,761 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

engine undertray fitted not allowing full inspection

n/s/f tyre has cut in sidewall not showing cords

o/s/f tyre is worn on inner edge

Pass 13 Apr 2010 40,797 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 32,943 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 32,941 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 32,217 miles

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

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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DF55 LBU is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DF55 LBU, 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

How do I check the history of DF55 LBU?

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What year was DF55 LBU registered?

DF55 LBU is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 2 December 2005.

Is DF55 LBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF55 LBU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DF55 LBU have outstanding finance?

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