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VX05 WTJ

2005 Jaguar S-type

Red Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

125,826 mi
Last recorded125,826 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 WTJ
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 125,826 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 122,179 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 May 2016 118,129 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2016 118,129 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 113,829 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 109,513 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)

Pass 2 May 2013 104,587 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 99,234 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 94,082 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 93,506 miles

all pads show low

both rear tyres 3mm

fuel cleaner advised

Fail 8 Mar 2011 93,506 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

all pads show low

both rear tyres 3mm

fuel cleaner advised

Pass 9 Mar 2010 83,224 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 83,224 miles

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 71,750 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 52,278 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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VX05 WTJ is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Red with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VX05 WTJ, 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 VX05 WTJ registered?

VX05 WTJ is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 5 May 2005.

Is VX05 WTJ safe to buy?

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