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RF55 LHN

2005 Jaguar S-type

Grey Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2017
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

101,097 mi
Last recorded101,097 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF55 LHN
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Fail 6 Jul 2017 101,097 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 10 May 2016 98,707 miles

Nearside Front tyre deep cut outer wall

Nearside Rear tyre 2 mm and 1 mm outer edge/deflated

Rear brake hose steel pipes corroded/rear brake pipes corroded

Fail 6 May 2016 98,707 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' crack across screen (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front tyre deep cut outer wall

Nearside Rear tyre 2 mm and 1 mm outer edge/deflated

Rear brake hose steel pipes corroded/rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 16 Apr 2015 94,553 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nsr tyre1.6 mm on edges

Fail 12 Mar 2015 94,553 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

BONNET SAFETY CATCH SEIZED

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

aLL BRAKE HOSE FERRULES CORRODED

deep cut osf tyre outer sidewall

nsr tyre 1.6 mm on edges

os/nsf tres bald inner edge

Pass 4 Mar 2014 86,514 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 3 Mar 2014 86,514 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 81,599 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2013 81,598 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2012 74,301 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 10 Feb 2012 74,248 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both front tyres wearing heavily on inner edges

Pass 19 Sep 2011 72,454 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 71,192 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)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 67,162 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

rear tyres tread getting low in centre

Pass 12 Feb 2009 58,409 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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RF55 LHN is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Grey with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 RF55 LHN, 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 RF55 LHN?

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What year was RF55 LHN registered?

RF55 LHN is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is RF55 LHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF55 LHN shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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