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RF05 DWG

2005 Jaguar S-type

Silver Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

57,704 mi
Last recorded57,704 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF05 DWG
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 57,704 miles

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2025 57,640 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2024 56,191 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 10 Jul 2023 55,390 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 52,750 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 50,184 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 6 Aug 2020 49,080 miles

O/S & N/S Front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 13 May 2019 46,481 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 43,447 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 39,284 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)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 13 May 2016 35,635 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 30,994 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2014 26,822 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 23,324 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 19,336 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 16,103 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 13,494 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 11,102 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 8,669 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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RF05 DWG is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Silver with a 2,720cc diesel 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 RF05 DWG, 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

How do I check the history of RF05 DWG?

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What year was RF05 DWG registered?

RF05 DWG is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 8 April 2005.

Is RF05 DWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF05 DWG 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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