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YC55 HPU

2005 Jaguar S-type

Green Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

156,589 mi
Last recorded156,589 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC55 HPU
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2016 156,589 miles

Nearside Outer sill corroded

Offside outer sill corroded

undertrays fitted

Fail 10 Feb 2016 156,550 miles

Exhaust particulate filter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush lower bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Outer sills have slight corrosion

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

Offside Outer sills have slight corrosion

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Oct 2014 155,062 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve (4.2.B.1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 150,669 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2012 147,063 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2011 143,532 miles

OSR shock absorber has movment in lower bush

Fail 13 Sep 2010 117,184 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2010 117,184 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2008 81,653 miles

FULL FLOOR TAYS FITTED INSPECTION DONE AS BEST POSSABLE.

Fail 26 Sep 2008 81,653 miles

FULL FLOOR TAYS FITTED INSPECTION DONE AS BEST POSSABLE.

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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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YC55 HPU is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Green with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 YC55 HPU, 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

How do I check the history of YC55 HPU?

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What year was YC55 HPU registered?

YC55 HPU is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is YC55 HPU safe to buy?

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