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BD05 VHN

2005 Jaguar S-type

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

97,544 mi
Last recorded97,544 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 VHN
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2016 97,544 miles

both rear lower suspension swivel bushes/bearings have slight wear

engine cover fitted

floor trays fitted

o/s/f tyre worn on the inner edge

o/s/r brake disc is slightly scored on the inner face

sill covers fitted

Fail 2 Sep 2016 97,544 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick outer (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

both rear lower suspension swivel bushes/bearings have slight wear

engine cover fitted

floor trays fitted

o/s/f tyre worn on the inner edge

o/s/r brake disc is slightly scored on the inner face

sill covers fitted

Pass 5 Nov 2015 80,576 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 80,576 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 63,853 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

child seat fitted to offside rear seat

sill covers fitted

Fail 6 Nov 2014 63,853 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

child seat fitted to offside rear seat

sill covers fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2013 45,721 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nsf tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 4 Nov 2013 45,721 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Nearside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nsf tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 8 Nov 2012 30,255 miles

front wiperblades split

Pass 7 Oct 2011 27,484 miles

both wiperblades split

Pass 2 Oct 2010 77,369 miles

both wiperblades split

Pass 6 Jul 2009 26,725 miles

both wiperblades split

Pass 9 Oct 2008 26,428 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 VHN is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VHN, 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 VHN registered?

BD05 VHN is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 9 June 2005.

Is BD05 VHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 VHN shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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