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YR55 FOV

2005 Jaguar S-type

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2022
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

104,910 mi
Last recorded104,910 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR55 FOV
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2021 104,910 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 95,709 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2020 95,656 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 88,479 miles

Lower some visible parts to the sill covers allow me to see them covered with heavy underseal.

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s & o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Rear under body corroded

Sill covers fitted both sides does not allow me to carry out an full inspection to the sills.

Fail 21 Jun 2019 88,477 miles

Nearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill / front to rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill /front to rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s & o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Rear under body corroded

Pass 5 Jun 2018 84,619 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 79,510 miles

Emissions to clean to test

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

Fail 12 Jun 2017 79,469 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Emissions to clean to test

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 72,487 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 72,477 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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 22 May 2015 65,917 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 64,972 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2015 64,971 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2014 60,738 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Feb 2014 60,738 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jan 2013 56,461 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 50,883 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2010 44,724 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 35,558 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 26,287 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Sep 2008 26,287 miles

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

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

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

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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YR55 FOV is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YR55 FOV, 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 YR55 FOV registered?

YR55 FOV is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 5 September 2005.

Is YR55 FOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR55 FOV shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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