2005 Jaguar S-Type 2.7L Diesel · YY05 VZR
2005 Jaguar S-Type (2.7L, diesel). First registered 01 Jun 2005. Recorded mileage 165,578 miles. MOT expired on 16 May 2018.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR S-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 16 May 2018
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (17 Jul 2017)
- Recorded Mileage
- 165,578 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YY05 VZR Key Findings
- 12 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/05/2017
- 165,578 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YY05 VZR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
12 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Jaguar S-Type (YY05 VZR) between May 2008 and May 2017.
The record contains 10 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 May 2017 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (11 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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 Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)”; “Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)”; “Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)”.
YY05 VZR Mileage History
- 21/05/200853,632 mi
- 10/06/200957,418 mi+3,786 mi
- 04/06/201082,288 mi+24,870 mi
- 03/06/2011106,990 mi+24,702 mi
- 06/06/2012123,608 mi+16,618 mi
- 19/06/2013141,836 mi+18,228 mi
- 19/06/2013141,836 mi
- 06/05/2014148,980 mi+7,144 mi
- 02/04/2015158,636 mi+9,656 mi
- 06/04/2015158,636 mi
- 17/05/2016161,908 mi+3,272 mi
- 04/05/2017165,578 mi+3,670 mi
Average of roughly 12,504 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.
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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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