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GD55 MVV

2005 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

59,640 mi
Last recorded59,640 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD55 MVV
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 59,640 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 May 2026 59,636 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Electronic parking brake control missing motor missing (1.1.6 (d))

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt track rod (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt track rod (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 27 May 2025 59,214 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 59,045 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2023 59,008 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn all (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 57,027 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 49,216 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Sep 2018 49,216 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 42,082 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 33,513 miles

n/s/r tyre 2.4mm

Pass 1 Oct 2015 27,926 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 21,338 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 17,166 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 15,497 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 15,497 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 13,745 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 11,847 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 9,861 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 7,412 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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GD55 MVV is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GD55 MVV, 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 GD55 MVV registered?

GD55 MVV is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 14 September 2005.

Is GD55 MVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD55 MVV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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