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SG55 FWD

2005 Jaguar S-type

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

74,810 mi
Last recorded74,810 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG55 FWD
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Feb 2022 74,810 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding unable to test wheel bearing (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced full sill corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding unable to test wheel bearing (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding unable to test wheel bearing (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2021 64,540 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive minor leak around sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2021 64,540 miles

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive minor leak around sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 59,183 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 57,803 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 56,770 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 50,535 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 44,532 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 34,420 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)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 28,061 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Oct 2012 26,783 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 23,868 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 23,829 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

advise - engine management light on

both front wiper blades , starting to split

Pass 20 Oct 2010 22,104 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 18,189 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 19,484 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 30 Oct 2008 19,484 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

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 FWD is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 SG55 FWD, 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 SG55 FWD registered?

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

Is SG55 FWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG55 FWD shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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