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BN05 WFH

2005 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2024
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

122,609 mi
Last recorded122,609 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 WFH
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2023 122,609 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Offside Rear exhaust heat shield loose above silencer

Fail 8 Mar 2023 122,591 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective all front lights foggy no beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cracked to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

Offside Rear exhaust heat shield loose above silencer

Pass 15 Feb 2022 115,517 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Feb 2022 115,517 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 112,506 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 110,030 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 105,418 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 102,471 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 102,471 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2018 99,435 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 99,435 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2017 97,192 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 94,046 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 91,547 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 91,458 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 86,514 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 81,904 miles

Nearside rear and offside rear tyres worn on inner edges.

Fail 27 Oct 2014 81,903 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

nearside front and offside rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Jan 2014 79,880 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 74,649 miles

Rear disc's are corroded.

Fail 10 Jan 2013 74,649 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear disc's are corroded.

Pass 18 Jan 2012 69,570 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 65,187 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 24 Jan 2011 65,187 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Jan 2010 58,727 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 58,727 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 21 Dec 2009 58,531 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 52,393 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 WFH is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 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 BN05 WFH, 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

How do I check the history of BN05 WFH?

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What year was BN05 WFH registered?

BN05 WFH is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is BN05 WFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 WFH shows 28 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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