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BD54 FKM

2004 Jaguar S-type

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

153,534 mi
Last recorded153,534 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2024
Typical for 2004 Jaguar S-type73,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD54 FKM
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2024 153,534 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

slight under body corrosion

Fail 11 Jan 2024 153,533 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

slight under body corrosion

Pass 3 Jan 2023 150,897 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Dec 2022 150,826 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 147,930 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 144,526 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2020 144,458 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2019 141,555 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 136,954 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 131,031 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 125,816 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2016 125,816 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2016 121,222 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 116,199 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 110,272 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 110,272 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 102,877 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 98,093 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2010 87,882 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2010 87,882 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 73,886 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 53,773 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 36,994 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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BD54 FKM is a 2004 Jaguar S-type in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2004 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 73,418 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 BD54 FKM, 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 22 years old, this Jaguar S-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BD54 FKM registered?

BD54 FKM is a 2004 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 23 November 2004.

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