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VU56 XRC

2006 Jaguar S-type

Grey Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

141,470 mi
Last recorded141,470 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2020
Typical for 2006 Jaguar S-type73,291 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU56 XRC
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 4 Sep 2020 141,470 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn middle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt track control arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt track control arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

general corrosion

Pass 16 Mar 2018 134,937 miles

Rear diff oil leak

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

Pass 23 Aug 2017 131,887 miles

Rear Oil leak diff ()

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

Fail 23 Aug 2017 131,887 miles

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

Rear Oil leak diff ()

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

Pass 28 Jun 2016 122,948 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 113,708 miles

both front tyres slightly worn on inner edges

Fail 1 Jul 2015 113,705 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres slightly worn on inner edges

Pass 16 Jun 2014 103,077 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 89,346 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 86,623 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 85,477 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 64,115 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2009 64,115 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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VU56 XRC is a 2006 Jaguar S-type in Grey with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2006 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 73,291 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 VU56 XRC, 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 20 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 VU56 XRC registered?

VU56 XRC is a 2006 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 28 September 2006.

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