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BG05 JHF

2005 Jaguar S-type

Red Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

115,239 mi
Last recorded115,239 miles
Recorded on18 May 2021
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 JHF
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 May 2021 115,239 miles

Front Direction indicator not working both (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Power steering component leaking poss rack (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering malfunctioning poss pump (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))

Side repeater not working both (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 114,299 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2019 110,912 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated tie bar (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2018 104,749 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 98,731 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 91,375 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 May 2015 85,806 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 80,887 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 74,075 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 May 2012 68,178 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 30 May 2012 68,178 miles

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) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 25 May 2011 60,671 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all 4 tyres are close to there wear bands

rear discs showing some corrosion

Pass 27 May 2010 50,966 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 May 2009 40,756 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 31,727 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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BG05 JHF is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Red with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BG05 JHF, 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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BG05 JHF is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 20 April 2005.

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