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VBY 291E

2005 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

61,694 mi
Last recorded61,694 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2020
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBY 291E
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2020 61,694 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Apr 2020 61,694 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2019 61,122 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2019 61,122 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

horn quiet

Pass 7 Mar 2018 60,796 miles

horn not very loud

Fail 27 Feb 2018 60,796 miles

Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Front brake caliper securing device missing both (3.5.1j)

horn not very loud

Pass 13 Dec 2016 60,540 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 67,730 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 56,104 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 54,751 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 53,771 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 52,276 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 50,207 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 50,207 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 47,037 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 43,861 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 36,753 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 35,641 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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VBY 291E is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 VBY 291E, 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 VBY 291E registered?

VBY 291E is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 3 October 2005.

Is VBY 291E safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBY 291E shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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