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FY55 GXK

2005 Jaguar S-type

Red Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

90,739 mi
Last recorded90,739 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 GXK
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2023 90,739 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated tie bar (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated tie bar (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Oct 2023 90,739 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated tie bar (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated tie bar (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 87,952 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 82,628 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2021 82,615 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Oct 2020 76,753 miles

centre of exhaust cracked and leaking slightly

Pass 24 Oct 2019 70,102 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 61,055 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2017 95,761 miles

Engine Oil Leak

Nearside Front Tyre Wearing Outer Edge

Pass 23 Sep 2016 57,461 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 57,436 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 55,037 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 52,445 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 52,425 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 48,804 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 45,958 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 45,924 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 3 May 2011 41,751 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 38,871 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 38,871 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Pass 14 May 2009 34,685 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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FY55 GXK is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Red with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FY55 GXK, 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 FY55 GXK registered?

FY55 GXK is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 25 October 2005.

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