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BG05 JJF

2005 Jaguar S-type

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

140,580 mi
Last recorded140,580 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 JJF
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2018 140,580 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2016 135,591 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 12 May 2016 135,591 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 11 Apr 2015 128,434 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2015 128,434 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 120,400 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 102,028 miles

NSR Tyre has a cut on inside sidewall. not deep enough to reach plies

Pass 18 Apr 2012 83,915 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 30 Mar 2011 64,553 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 50,791 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 37,706 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 37,705 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 27,930 miles

possible fuel leak very strong smell of fuel

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 JJF 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 76.9%.

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 JJF, 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 BG05 JJF registered?

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

Is BG05 JJF safe to buy?

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