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RL05 XWA

2005 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

134,129 mi
Last recorded134,129 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL05 XWA
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2022 134,129 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 132,939 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 129,614 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2018 126,674 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 124,698 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Oct 2016 122,415 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Fail 4 Oct 2016 122,415 miles

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

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 118,123 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 118,123 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 112,236 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2013 104,649 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 May 2012 94,519 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 83,575 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 72,089 miles

Nearside Inner Front 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)

Pass 18 May 2009 58,889 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 45,249 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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RL05 XWA is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RL05 XWA, 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 RL05 XWA registered?

RL05 XWA is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 14 June 2005.

Is RL05 XWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL05 XWA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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