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BN05 VNB

2005 Jaguar S-type

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

157,194 mi
Last recorded157,194 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 VNB
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2018 157,194 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 155,494 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 151,946 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2015 151,946 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 148,764 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner shoulders.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Sill covers fitted offside & nearside obscuring testable areass on both outer sills.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Sep 2013 143,208 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 136,639 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 136,689 miles

Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 120,640 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 115,407 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 92,340 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 92,340 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 69,092 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 VNB is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Black with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BN05 VNB, 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 VNB registered?

BN05 VNB is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is BN05 VNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 VNB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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