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VK05 UYF

2005 Jaguar S-type

Grey Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

139,420 mi
Last recorded139,420 miles
Recorded on7 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 UYF
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2019 139,420 miles

oil leak

oil leak rear diff

Fail 24 Apr 2019 139,395 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

oil leak

oil leak rear diff

Pass 18 May 2018 136,854 miles

Oil leak ()

engine light on

Pass 9 May 2017 134,476 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced & offside (1.7.5a)

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

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

Oil leak ()

engine light on

Fail 6 May 2017 134,476 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush & offside (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced & offside (1.7.5a)

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

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

Oil leak ()

engine light on

Pass 11 May 2016 131,481 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

water leak

Fail 7 May 2016 131,462 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Pass 15 May 2015 128,801 miles

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 20 May 2014 124,690 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear brake pipe part of hose slight corrosion

offside rear brake pipe part of hose slight corrosion

Pass 22 May 2013 121,055 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 May 2012 116,515 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 90,783 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 79,281 miles

may need new discs and pads on rear to improve reading

rear discs corroded

Fail 8 Jul 2010 79,281 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

may need new discs and pads on rear to improve reading

rear discs corroded

Pass 6 Jul 2009 60,453 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2008 46,255 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)

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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VK05 UYF is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Grey with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VK05 UYF, 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 VK05 UYF registered?

VK05 UYF is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 27 May 2005.

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