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BD05 VJA

2005 Jaguar S-type

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

50,373 mi
Last recorded50,373 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 50,373 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2024 50,185 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 49,919 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 49,854 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 49,672 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 48,840 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 47,790 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 47,237 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 46,384 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 45,786 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 45,476 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 45,164 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 28 May 2014 45,164 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 30 May 2013 44,260 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 30 May 2013 44,260 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 30 May 2012 43,696 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 23 May 2011 42,998 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 42,998 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 May 2010 42,038 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 42,038 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 29 May 2009 38,568 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 May 2009 38,568 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 29,735 miles

bonnet safety catch sticking

rear tyres wearing low on centre tread

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 VJA is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 VJA, 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 VJA registered?

BD05 VJA is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 15 June 2005.

Is BD05 VJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 VJA shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BD05 VJA have outstanding finance?

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