2005 Jaguar S-Type 2.5L Petrol · GK55 ACZ
2005 Jaguar S-Type (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 132,678 miles. MOT expired on 13 Feb 2023.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR S-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 13 Feb 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 132,678 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GK55 ACZ Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/02/2022
- 132,678 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GK55 ACZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
15 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Jaguar S-Type (GK55 ACZ) between August 2008 and February 2022.
The record contains 12 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 14 February 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)”; “Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)”.
GK55 ACZ Mileage History
- 23/08/200836,630 mi
- 25/08/200946,959 mi+10,329 mi
- 04/09/201058,331 mi+11,372 mi
- 26/08/201170,287 mi+11,956 mi
- 30/08/201279,549 mi+9,262 mi
- 02/10/201384,309 mi+4,760 mi
- 29/12/201494,747 mi+10,438 mi
- 06/01/201598,699 mi+3,952 mi
- 23/12/2015108,719 mi+10,020 mi
- 26/06/2017122,368 mi+13,649 mi
- 26/06/2018206,901 km
- 26/06/2018206,901 km
- 16/12/2020131,366 mi
- 14/02/2022132,678 mi+1,312 mi
- 14/02/2022132,678 mi
Average of roughly 7,126 miles per year across 15 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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Known faults for Jaguar Jaguar S-Type
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: JAGUAR S-TYPE
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- ZF 6HP26 Automatic Gearbox "The Lurch" & Mechatronic Sleeve Leak(Moderate)
The 6-speed ZF automatic gearbox suffers from fluid leakage around the plastic mechatronic electrical sleeve and worn valve body damper rubbers, causing harsh downshifts from 2nd to 1st gear when coming to a halt.
- Front Lower Wishbone Rear Hydrobush Fluid Leak & Ball Joint Play(Moderate)
The large fluid-filled hydraulic compliance bushes on the curved front lower control arms rupture and weep black fluid, leading to steering shimmy under braking and MOT failure.
- Sill & Rear Subframe Mounting Corrosion Concealed Behind Plastic Covers(Serious)
Road dirt and wet road salt accumulate behind the full-length plastic sill threshold covers and around the rear subframe front mounting heel boards, corroding structural steel out of plain sight.
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- ZF 6HP26 Automatic Gearbox "The Lurch" & Mechatronic Sleeve LeakModerate
The 6-speed ZF automatic gearbox suffers from fluid leakage around the plastic mechatronic electrical sleeve and worn valve body damper rubbers, causing harsh downshifts from 2nd to 1st gear when coming to a halt.
- Front Lower Wishbone Rear Hydrobush Fluid Leak & Ball Joint PlayModerate
The large fluid-filled hydraulic compliance bushes on the curved front lower control arms rupture and weep black fluid, leading to steering shimmy under braking and MOT failure.
- Sill & Rear Subframe Mounting Corrosion Concealed Behind Plastic CoversSerious
Road dirt and wet road salt accumulate behind the full-length plastic sill threshold covers and around the rear subframe front mounting heel boards, corroding structural steel out of plain sight.
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