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SM55 URK

2005 Jaguar S-type

Silver Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

49,521 mi
Last recorded49,521 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 URK
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2015 49,521 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 49,521 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working inner (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 48,049 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 42,981 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 37,928 miles

handbrake just met service efficies 16%

Pass 29 Mar 2010 33,342 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 30,623 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 24,484 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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SM55 URK is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Silver with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SM55 URK, 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 SM55 URK registered?

SM55 URK is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is SM55 URK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM55 URK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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