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S55 BTM

1999 Jaguar S-type

Green Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

149,445 mi
Last recorded149,445 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2007
Typical for 1999 Jaguar S-type86,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS55 BTM
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2007 149,445 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 145,438 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 145,438 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2005 141,556 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2005 141,556 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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S55 BTM is a 1999 Jaguar S-type in Green with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1999 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 86,446 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 S55 BTM, 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 27 years old, this Jaguar S-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S55 BTM?

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What year was S55 BTM registered?

S55 BTM is a 1999 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 10 June 1999.

Is S55 BTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S55 BTM shows 5 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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