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RA05 GSO

2005 Jaguar S-type

Green Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

92,758 mi
Last recorded92,758 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA05 GSO
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2023 92,758 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2023 92,751 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 92,653 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 92,215 miles

cover sills

engine pans

tested wet

Pass 27 Nov 2020 91,660 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 90,033 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 87,298 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle

Nearside Front brake slightly binding

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front brake slightly binding

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Outer sill covers fitted to the vehicle

Fail 11 May 2018 87,298 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

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

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle

Nearside Front brake slightly binding

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front brake slightly binding

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Outer sill covers fitted to the vehicle

Pass 26 May 2017 71,278 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak Transmission ()

Fail 17 May 2017 71,728 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak Transmission ()

Pass 24 May 2016 59,811 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2015 51,797 miles

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

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

front brake dicsc lipped and corroded

front tyres wearing on inside edges

rear brake discs lipped and corroded

Pass 30 May 2014 38,940 miles

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

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

Fail 28 May 2014 38,940 miles

Brake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)

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

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

Pass 28 May 2013 32,976 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2012 28,084 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 23 May 2012 28,084 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 23,463 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2010 17,718 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 12,906 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 8,237 miles

n.s door mirror broken

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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RA05 GSO is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Green with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 RA05 GSO, 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 RA05 GSO registered?

RA05 GSO is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 28 May 2005.

Is RA05 GSO safe to buy?

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