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VE55 YOF

2005 Jaguar S-type

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

108,215 mi
Last recorded108,215 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE55 YOF
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 20 Feb 2026 108,215 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 102,308 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes coated(wax/oil) (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil offside and nearside. (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside , inner sill/wheelarch areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside inner sill/floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Underside and components / brake pipes/prescribed areas,etc. Coated,/ wax/oil product. restricting full inspection of all components and/or repairs.

Pass 14 Feb 2024 96,266 miles

Chassis and all suspension components coated in wax oil product

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Manufacturers under trays fitted preventing inspection of components.

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner + outer edges cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner + outer edges cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 91,492 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 85,895 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 81,475 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 77,411 miles

plastic undertrays obscuring some components.

Pass 2 Mar 2019 69,667 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 64,819 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge wearing (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 62,534 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 61,631 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 60,974 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 58,687 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 57,001 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 55,375 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 52,428 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 51,313 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 38,835 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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VE55 YOF is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VE55 YOF, 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 VE55 YOF registered?

VE55 YOF is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 15 December 2005.

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