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VX55 WZU

2006 Jaguar S-type

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

199,179 mi
Last recorded199,179 miles
Recorded on3 May 2023
Typical for 2006 Jaguar S-type73,291 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX55 WZU
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Fail 3 May 2023 199,179 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

underside of vehicle in poor codition ( corroded )

Pass 29 Apr 2022 194,487 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

n/s and o/s front of rear wheel arches corroded

n/s/r and o/s/r lower sills damaged and corroded

Fail 14 Apr 2022 194,485 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

n/s and o/s front of rear wheel arches corroded

n/s/r and o/s/r lower sills damaged and corroded

Pass 9 Apr 2021 187,274 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear section of n/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear section of o/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Coolant leak ()

Fail 8 Apr 2021 187,269 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear section of n/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear section of o/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 28 Apr 2020 182,759 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Apr 2020 182,759 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Coolant leak ()

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 175,852 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 165,901 miles

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion jacking point none prescribed aerea (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion jacking point none prescibed area (6.1.B.2)

Fail 21 Feb 2018 165,901 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rose bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rose bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush tie bar rose bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion jacking point none prescribed aerea (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion jacking point none prescibed area (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 49,175 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 132,429 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 114,881 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2014 94,865 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 74,904 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 56,317 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 36,709 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 30,924 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 25,317 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2009 25,317 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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VX55 WZU is a 2006 Jaguar S-type in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 VX55 WZU, 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.

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What year was VX55 WZU registered?

VX55 WZU is a 2006 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 25 January 2006.

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