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RV05 DFE

2005 Jaguar S-type

Green Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

115,836 mi
Last recorded115,836 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2020
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 DFE
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2020 115,836 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 105,501 miles

both rear tyres on 2mm

Pass 22 Jun 2017 89,844 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 85,454 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 85,454 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 80,248 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 75,473 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 70,971 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 67,526 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 62,960 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2010 56,431 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2010 56,431 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2009 51,066 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 38,409 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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RV05 DFE is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Green with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 RV05 DFE, 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.

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What year was RV05 DFE registered?

RV05 DFE is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is RV05 DFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV05 DFE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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