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R7 KSS

2005 Jaguar S-type

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

99,684 mi
Last recorded99,684 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR7 KSS
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 99,684 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 96,577 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2024 93,752 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2023 90,634 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 86,493 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 82,993 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2019 78,021 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 72,657 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower shock absorber bush

Fail 19 Jul 2018 72,657 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower shock absorber bush

Pass 7 Jul 2017 67,319 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 62,191 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 56,506 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 52,900 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 50,081 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 48,361 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 44,439 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 36,867 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 28,848 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 22,555 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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R7 KSS is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R7 KSS, 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 R7 KSS registered?

R7 KSS is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is R7 KSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R7 KSS shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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