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BJ05 ELU

2005 Jaguar S-type

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

106,799 mi
Last recorded106,799 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2014
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 ELU
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2014 106,799 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 106,793 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2013 96,432 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Feb 2012 90,284 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 82,142 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 71,499 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 60,136 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 50,785 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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BJ05 ELU is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BJ05 ELU, 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 BJ05 ELU registered?

BJ05 ELU is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 30 July 2005.

Is BJ05 ELU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ05 ELU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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