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BG55 FWL

2005 Jaguar S-type

Silver Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

109,128 mi
Last recorded109,128 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 FWL
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2016 109,128 miles

Front tyres inner edges worn 245 40 18

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2015 101,513 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 92,542 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 89,131 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Aug 2013 89,131 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Aug 2012 85,397 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 80,880 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 78,305 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 78,305 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 75,051 miles

n/s front tyre wearing on inside edge.

Pass 4 Apr 2009 69,318 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 69,318 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 58,422 miles

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

Offside front tyre inner edge worn

Fail 2 Sep 2008 58,418 miles

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

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

Offside front tyre inner edge worn

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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BG55 FWL is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Silver with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BG55 FWL, 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 BG55 FWL registered?

BG55 FWL is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is BG55 FWL safe to buy?

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