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BG05 JJY

2005 Jaguar S-type

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

88,713 mi
Last recorded88,713 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2018 88,713 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2017 85,374 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 6 Nov 2017 85,374 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2454018 (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit Bald on edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Oct 2016 82,221 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

nsf tyre worn on inner edge

osf tyre worn on inner edge and deep cut outer sidewall

Pass 31 Oct 2015 79,631 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 79,361 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 73,620 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2014 73,620 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 69,544 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 66,629 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2012 66,624 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 62,118 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 55,056 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 46,357 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2008 35,529 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 35,526 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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 JJY is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BG05 JJY, 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 BG05 JJY registered?

BG05 JJY is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 25 April 2005.

Is BG05 JJY safe to buy?

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