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SG55 FUE

2005 Jaguar S-type

Silver Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,411 mi
Last recorded83,411 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG55 FUE
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2015 83,411 miles

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

eml on

slight water leak at engine

Pass 29 Sep 2014 78,838 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s front brake mechanism sticking slightly.

n/s front tyre worn close to wear indicators.

Pass 5 Oct 2013 73,660 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Oct 2013 73,660 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Aug 2012 70,716 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 70,120 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 69,744 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 63,660 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 63,469 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

nearside front tyre has a screw in it

nearside front wiper blade is worn

nearside rear tyre is worn

offside front wiper blade is worn

offside rear tyre is worn

Fail 4 Sep 2009 50,086 miles

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 4 Sep 2009 50,086 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 37,789 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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SG55 FUE is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Silver with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SG55 FUE, 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 SG55 FUE?

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What year was SG55 FUE registered?

SG55 FUE is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is SG55 FUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG55 FUE shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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