2005 Jaguar S-Type 2.5L Petrol · WV05 VDC
2005 Jaguar S-Type (2.5L, petrol). First registered 16 Jun 2005. Recorded mileage 93,335 miles. MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR S-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,335 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WV05 VDC Key Findings
- 27 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/07/2026
- 93,335 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 10 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (29 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WV05 VDC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
27 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Jaguar S-Type (WV05 VDC) between June 2008 and July 2026.
The record contains 17 passes and 10 failures.
The most recent test on 24 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 10 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (29 issues), Lighting (23 issues), Suspension (20 issues), Brakes (18 issues), Windscreen (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 73 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: “Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
WV05 VDC Mileage History
- 09/06/200824,029 mi
- 09/06/200931,472 mi+7,443 mi
- 14/06/201038,952 mi+7,480 mi
- 14/06/201038,952 mi
- 07/06/201146,461 mi+7,509 mi
- 07/06/201146,461 mi
- 13/06/201252,760 mi+6,299 mi
- 12/06/201359,195 mi+6,435 mi
- 12/06/201359,195 mi
- 13/06/201464,996 mi+5,801 mi
- 01/06/201569,708 mi+4,712 mi
- 10/06/201677,329 mi+7,621 mi
- 10/06/201677,329 mi
- 06/06/201779,875 mi+2,546 mi
- 30/08/201884,331 mi+4,456 mi
- 04/09/201985,559 mi+1,228 mi
- 27/04/202185,563 mi+4 mi
- 05/05/202185,573 mi+10 mi
- 20/07/202285,827 mi+254 mi
- 21/07/202285,831 mi+4 mi
- 17/07/202386,999 mi+1,168 mi
- 18/07/202387,003 mi+4 mi
- 22/07/202487,977 mi+974 mi
- 24/07/202590,419 mi+2,442 mi
- 25/07/202590,424 mi+5 mi
- 22/07/202693,330 mi+2,906 mi
- 24/07/202693,335 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 3,824 miles per year across 27 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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