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B5 SMP

2001 Jaguar S-type

Green Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,208 mi
Last recorded19,208 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2006
Typical for 2001 Jaguar S-type81,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 SMP
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 19 Oct 2006 19,208 miles

offside front wheel binding slightly

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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B5 SMP is a 2001 Jaguar S-type in Green with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 81,870 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B5 SMP, 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 25 years old, this Jaguar S-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B5 SMP?

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What year was B5 SMP registered?

B5 SMP is a 2001 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 26 March 2001.

Is B5 SMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B5 SMP shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B5 SMP have outstanding finance?

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