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SG55 FVU

2005 Jaguar S-type

Silver Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

93,699 mi
Last recorded93,699 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG55 FVU
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2016 93,699 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2016 93,609 miles

Electronic parking brake control defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2355017 (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2015 87,125 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2015 87,125 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 83,693 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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

no plate lamp damaged

Pass 29 Oct 2013 80,062 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jun 2013 78,301 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 66,664 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 60,244 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 60,244 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 57,055 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 47,603 miles

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

Offside Front 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 25 Sep 2008 35,666 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)

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 FVU is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Silver with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SG55 FVU, 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 FVU?

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What year was SG55 FVU registered?

SG55 FVU is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is SG55 FVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG55 FVU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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