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BG54 LJO

2004 Jaguar S-type

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,478 mi
Last recorded99,478 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2020
Typical for 2004 Jaguar S-type73,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG54 LJO
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2020 99,478 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes have light corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

underside of vehicle has corrosion throughout

Fail 4 Jun 2020 99,478 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes have light corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

underside of vehicle has corrosion throughout

Pass 16 May 2019 93,473 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 15 May 2019 93,473 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2018 89,424 miles

slight brake bind to OSF

Fail 30 Apr 2018 89,396 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

slight brake bind to OSF

Pass 18 Feb 2017 85,815 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2017 85,812 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 79,706 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 72,835 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 7 Mar 2014 67,769 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2013 62,360 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2012 56,448 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 49,286 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 41,667 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 35,053 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 28,427 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 26,207 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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BG54 LJO is a 2004 Jaguar S-type in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 BG54 LJO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG54 LJO registered?

BG54 LJO is a 2004 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 14 October 2004.

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