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BG55 OWY

2005 Jaguar S-type

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

108,416 mi
Last recorded108,416 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 OWY
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2015 108,416 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

failed brake lamp showing on dash but working at time of test

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 21 Jan 2014 108,389 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 107,893 miles

Nearside rear tyre worn very low

Fail 15 Dec 2012 107,883 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear tyre worn very low

Pass 22 Dec 2011 96,647 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 68,645 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010 68,613 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2009 38,398 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 38,398 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 31,533 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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BG55 OWY is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 OWY, 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 BG55 OWY registered?

BG55 OWY is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 24 November 2005.

Is BG55 OWY safe to buy?

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