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VU55 ZMZ

2005 Jaguar S-type

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

128,760 mi
Last recorded128,760 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU55 ZMZ
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2021 128,760 miles

Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 125,750 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 122,769 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2019 122,769 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 116,638 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 108,626 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 103,310 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 97,132 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2014 91,174 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 87,715 miles

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

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

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

Fail 30 Sep 2013 87,715 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 81,989 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 75,896 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 62,506 miles

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

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

unable to fully inspect brake pipes due to undercovers fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2009 52,367 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 39,695 miles

rear brake discs corroded on inner edges.

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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VU55 ZMZ is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VU55 ZMZ, 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 VU55 ZMZ registered?

VU55 ZMZ is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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