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WU55 SMV

2005 Jaguar X-type

Grey Diesel 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

94,095 mi
Last recorded94,095 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Jaguar X-type88,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU55 SMV
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2023 94,095 miles

signs of oil leak

slight play to o/s/r suspension system

Pass 29 Sep 2022 88,289 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on inner edges on 3m (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

oil leak

Pass 29 Sep 2021 81,355 miles

front pads wearing low

Fail 28 Sep 2021 81,352 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

front pads wearing low

Pass 30 Sep 2020 75,587 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 30 Sep 2020 75,585 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2019 70,161 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 49,754 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 30,012 miles

Air con compressor noisy

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 28,979 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 16 Sep 2015 27,347 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 25,638 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 23,562 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 20,498 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 18,063 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 14,776 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 11,386 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 8,437 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar X-type?

Based on 1,912,556 MOT tests across 119,397 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
5,891
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
119,397
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 68,260
Brake pipe excessively corroded 38,516
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 38,107
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31,691
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 30,052
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WU55 SMV is a 2005 Jaguar X-type in Grey with a 1,988cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Jaguar X-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 88,116 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar X-type fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 68,260 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WU55 SMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar X-type typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Jaguar X-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WU55 SMV?

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What year was WU55 SMV registered?

WU55 SMV is a 2005 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 1 October 2005.

Is WU55 SMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU55 SMV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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