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BJ56 LZU

2006 Jaguar S-type

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

81,186 mi
Last recorded81,186 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Jaguar S-type73,291 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ56 LZU
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 81,186 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2026 81,147 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested servo defective (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 74,565 miles

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 69,068 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 63,121 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2022 58,012 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 5 Jan 2022 58,011 miles

Brake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 52,389 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 48,480 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Jan 2020 48,480 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 41,147 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both and O/S/R (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

Under trays fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2017 40,569 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2017 40,569 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2016 39,267 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Undertrays fitted

emissions to clean

Pass 6 Nov 2015 37,528 miles

Engine covers fitted

Undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Nov 2014 35,719 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Nov 2014 35,716 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Nov 2013 32,749 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 5 Nov 2012 29,467 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 26,387 miles

offside front tyre inner tread low.

Pass 27 Oct 2010 23,774 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2010 23,770 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Oct 2009 20,818 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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BJ56 LZU is a 2006 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2006 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 73,291 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 BJ56 LZU, 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 20 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 BJ56 LZU registered?

BJ56 LZU is a 2006 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 8 November 2006.

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The MOT history for BJ56 LZU shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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