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SC54 WFY

2005 Jaguar S-type

Grey Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

98,825 mi
Last recorded98,825 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC54 WFY
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2017 98,825 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 85,920 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 85,918 miles

Nearside Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2015 71,412 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 71,412 miles

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2014 55,490 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2013 46,607 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 46,604 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 May 2012 44,749 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 44,737 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 27 May 2011 42,975 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 40,672 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 30,879 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 24,238 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 24,238 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 21,800 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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SC54 WFY is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Grey with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 SC54 WFY, 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 SC54 WFY?

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What year was SC54 WFY registered?

SC54 WFY is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 31 January 2005.

Is SC54 WFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC54 WFY shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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