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BD05 SZL

2005 Jaguar S-type

Black Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

139,682 mi
Last recorded139,682 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 SZL
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2017 139,682 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 Jun 2016 126,832 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 122,021 miles

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 114,285 miles

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)

Fail 19 Jun 2014 114,285 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 11 Jul 2013 108,335 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 103,440 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jul 2011 97,199 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 90,481 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 83,491 miles

under shields fitted partial examination only

Pass 4 Apr 2008 57,549 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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BD05 SZL is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Black with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BD05 SZL, 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 BD05 SZL registered?

BD05 SZL is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is BD05 SZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 SZL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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