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BD05 VHZ

2005 Jaguar S-type

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

200,886 mi
Last recorded200,886 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2017 200,886 miles

brake pipes corroded

Fail 3 Mar 2017 200,880 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2x front tyres (4.1.D.1b)

brake pipes corroded

Pass 22 Feb 2016 193,900 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2015 185,504 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes corroded

front number plate cracked

Pass 8 Mar 2014 178,334 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Feb 2013 169,784 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front wish bone bushes worn

Pass 8 Feb 2013 169,784 miles

front wish bone bushes worn

Pass 21 Feb 2012 162,538 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 162,538 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Coolant leak

Pass 18 Jan 2011 134,656 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2011 134,656 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2009 109,146 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside front tyre worn smooth on inner edge.

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 53,247 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 VHZ 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 VHZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD05 VHZ registered?

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

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