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A3 GMR

2005 Jaguar S-type

Silver Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

55,365 mi
Last recorded55,365 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 GMR
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 55,365 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside front and both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 53,974 miles

Progressive corrosion on vehicle underside

Pass 7 Sep 2023 51,918 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 4 Sep 2023 51,918 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2022 50,024 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 50,023 miles

Headlamp aim too low both front (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 48,472 miles

corrossion on rear subframe

undertrays fitted

Fail 23 Sep 2021 48,447 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

corrossion on rear subframe

undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Sep 2020 46,904 miles

Inner sills corroded

Undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2019 45,894 miles

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear (5.3.2 (b))

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

n/s rear tyre on limit at time of test

undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Sep 2018 43,813 miles

corrossion on rear suspension

n/s rear tyre close to limit

undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2017 41,550 miles

corrossion on rear subframe

n/s rear tyre close to limit

undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2016 39,474 miles

front brake pads low

low emissions detected

undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2015 36,336 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damaged

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 17 Sep 2015 36,334 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (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)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 33,084 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Fail 19 Sep 2014 33,082 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 16 Sep 2013 29,712 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Sep 2013 29,710 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Sep 2012 27,112 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 24,953 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 21,321 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 21,303 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 18,169 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2008 14,753 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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A3 GMR is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Silver with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 A3 GMR, 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 A3 GMR?

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What year was A3 GMR registered?

A3 GMR is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is A3 GMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 GMR shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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