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SP54 SGZ

2004 Jaguar S-type

Silver Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2019
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

121,510 mi
Last recorded121,510 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2018
Typical for 2004 Jaguar S-type73,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP54 SGZ
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2018 121,510 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2018 121,422 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength bodysill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength bodysill and floorpan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength bodysill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected floorpan (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 118,833 miles

have steering geometry checked

Fail 4 Sep 2017 118,808 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 110,611 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

surface rust and black paint coating under the vehicle and on brake pipes/brake hoses ferrules and on some other components

Fail 7 Sep 2016 110,610 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

surface rust and black paint coating under the vehicle and on brake pipes/brake hoses ferrules and on some other components

Pass 10 Sep 2015 110,591 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 103,534 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 103,533 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 97,850 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 97,850 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 86,028 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 2 Aug 2012 86,028 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 58,935 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 47,620 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Oct 2008 35,592 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2008 35,592 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 21,430 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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SP54 SGZ is a 2004 Jaguar S-type in Silver with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2004 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 73,418 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 SP54 SGZ, 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 22 years old, this Jaguar S-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP54 SGZ registered?

SP54 SGZ is a 2004 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 29 September 2004.

Is SP54 SGZ safe to buy?

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