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SY55 MZT

2005 Jaguar S-type

Green Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2018
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

121,483 mi
Last recorded121,483 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY55 MZT
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Fail 8 Nov 2018 121,483 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting complete outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting complete outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

corrosion to under surface of vehicle

Pass 2 Jun 2017 116,189 miles

general corrosion, especially at the rear.

Fail 1 Jun 2017 116,159 miles

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

Front brakes can be felt dragging when rotated by hand, further investigation recommended.

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

general corrosion, especially at the rear.

Pass 16 Jun 2016 110,403 miles

O/side front tyre worn on inner tread

Fail 16 Jun 2016 110,403 miles

O/side front tyre worn on inner tread

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 103,390 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)

all brakes dragging slightly,brake service recommended

front brake pads appear to be worn low

Pass 9 Jun 2014 96,300 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 96,177 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

front brake hose ferruls corroded

general underbody corrosion

recommend removal of both outer sill covers to inspect fully

some movement in steering column top mounting

Pass 11 May 2013 91,536 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 83,957 miles

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

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

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

Fail 12 May 2012 83,930 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2011 80,148 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2010 75,535 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2010 75,528 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 68,995 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 68,992 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2008 64,687 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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SY55 MZT is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Green with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 SY55 MZT, 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.

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What year was SY55 MZT registered?

SY55 MZT is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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