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BL05 NBO

2005 Jaguar S-type

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2023
Tests25 (15 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

82,570 mi
Last recorded82,570 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2022
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL05 NBO
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

15 pass 10 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2022 82,570 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Apr 2022 82,565 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 75,744 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2021 75,731 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

front tyres badly worn on inner edges

main beam headlight switch faulty

Pass 6 Feb 2020 66,505 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2020 66,504 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 61,224 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 61,224 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 May 2018 55,817 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 55,817 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp both (1.2.1f)

Pass 16 Jun 2017 52,942 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Undertrays fitted not allowing a full inspection of testable items

Fail 16 Jun 2017 52,942 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Undertrays fitted not allowing a full inspection of testable items

Pass 16 Jun 2016 51,189 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 47,653 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 47,653 miles

Nearside Rear 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 11 Jun 2014 44,781 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 41,296 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 37,415 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 37,415 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 33,336 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 33,336 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 28,422 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 28,421 miles

Nearside Rear 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 16 Jun 2009 23,167 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 19,197 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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BL05 NBO is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BL05 NBO, 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 BL05 NBO registered?

BL05 NBO is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 29 June 2005.

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