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BN05 AKO

2005 Jaguar S-type

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

76,697 mi
Last recorded76,697 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2014
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 AKO
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2014 76,697 miles

N/S Front tyre starting to wear on inside edge

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Dec 2014 76,697 miles

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

N/S Front tyre starting to wear on inside edge

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 67,775 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 59,608 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 59,607 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

n/s front tyre cut's on inner /outer low on inner

Pass 5 Aug 2011 57,025 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2011 57,005 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 51,011 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 43,841 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 43,841 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 41,358 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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BN05 AKO is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 BN05 AKO, 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 BN05 AKO registered?

BN05 AKO is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is BN05 AKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 AKO shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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