2005 Jaguar S-Type 3.0L Petrol · VX05 CWL
2005 Jaguar S-Type (3.0L, petrol). First registered 30 Mar 2005. Recorded mileage 87,726 miles. MOT valid until 04 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR S-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 87,726 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VX05 CWL Key Findings
- 23 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/07/2026
- 87,726 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VX05 CWL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
23 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Jaguar S-Type (VX05 CWL) between September 2009 and July 2026.
The record contains 17 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 06 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Steering (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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 Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ”; “Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the i”.
VX05 CWL Mileage History
- 09/09/200935,579 mi
- 29/12/200935,795 mi+216 mi
- 17/12/201038,159 mi+2,364 mi
- 28/12/201139,863 mi+1,704 mi
- 21/12/201240,862 mi+999 mi
- 12/12/201341,400 mi+538 mi
- 09/12/201441,760 mi+360 mi
- 09/12/201441,760 mi
- 07/12/201542,593 mi+833 mi
- 07/12/201542,593 mi
- 19/12/201642,983 mi+390 mi
- 12/12/201743,582 mi+599 mi
- 13/12/201743,600 mi+18 mi
- 03/08/202043,690 mi+90 mi
- 05/08/202043,691 mi+1 mi
- 06/08/202146,189 mi+2,498 mi
- 29/07/202250,703 mi+4,514 mi
- 06/07/202358,607 mi+7,904 mi
- 05/07/202471,088 mi+12,481 mi
- 08/07/202471,088 mi
- 14/07/202580,807 mi+9,719 mi
- 03/07/202687,726 mi+6,919 mi
- 06/07/202687,726 mi
Average of roughly 3,100 miles per year across 23 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: 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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