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BJ05 EPE

2005 Jaguar S-type

Silver Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

165,764 mi
Last recorded165,764 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 EPE
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 165,764 miles

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

nearside rear tyre worn close to wear indicators

offside rear tyre scrubbed off on inside sdge

Fail 22 Mar 2017 165,763 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement inner bush (chalked (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement inner bush (chalked (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

nearside rear tyre worn close to wear indicators

offside rear tyre scrubbed off on inside sdge

plastic sill covers fitted unable to fully check outer sill sections

plastic under trays fitted unable to fully check underside componenets

Pass 25 Nov 2015 146,913 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Nov 2015 146,913 miles

Centre Rear Lower Statutory seat belt missing buckle (5.1.1)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2014 132,848 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Dec 2014 132,848 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2013 101,302 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear light lense damaged repaired with lense tape

Fail 2 Apr 2013 101,301 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Dec 2011 81,485 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 75,497 miles

o-s + n-s rear tyre on 3mm

Pass 10 Mar 2010 67,682 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 62,032 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 43,809 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 43,809 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 EPE is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Silver with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 BJ05 EPE, 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 EPE registered?

BJ05 EPE is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 30 March 2005.

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The MOT history for BJ05 EPE shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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