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BD05 VPV

2005 Jaguar S-type

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,061 mi
Last recorded114,061 miles
Recorded on28 May 2021
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 VPV
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2021 114,061 miles
Fail 26 May 2021 114,056 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear parking brake just met requirements

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2020 96,370 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 78,494 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2019 78,494 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 11 May 2018 77,506 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 73,933 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 73,933 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 4 May 2016 71,112 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 68,788 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 5 Jul 2014 63,399 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 58,459 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 53,546 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 53,465 miles

o/s rear amber side reflector missing

Fail 7 Jun 2012 53,465 miles

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

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

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

n/s rear brake pads allmost worn metal to metal

o/s rear amber side reflector missing

Pass 1 Jun 2011 47,028 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s o/s front screen wiper blades just starting to split at ends but clearing screen ok at test

Pass 2 Jun 2010 38,720 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2009 31,251 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)

Pass 15 May 2008 23,556 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 23,351 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 VPV is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Black with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VPV, 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 VPV registered?

BD05 VPV is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 6 June 2005.

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