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G8 SPJ

2005 Jaguar S-type

Silver Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

180,039 mi
Last recorded180,039 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2014
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG8 SPJ
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2014 180,039 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 29 Jul 2014 180,038 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 163,655 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 24 Jul 2013 163,655 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 142,396 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 29 Jun 2012 142,396 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 11 Jul 2011 116,453 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 98,288 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 79,839 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 76,838 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 53,573 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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G8 SPJ is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Silver with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 G8 SPJ, 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 G8 SPJ registered?

G8 SPJ is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is G8 SPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G8 SPJ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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