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BT05 VLA

2005 Jaguar S-type

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

138,653 mi
Last recorded138,653 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 VLA
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2020 138,653 miles

Just met minimum lambda criteria , may require lambda sensors as erratic switching

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 24 Jul 2020 138,501 miles

Central Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Both pipes leaking on pipe joints ,possibly affecting lambda reading (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Exhaust pipe entry corroded and requires welding (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Aug 2019 132,539 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 125,248 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 113,482 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 102,361 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 90,761 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 87,629 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Dec 2014 87,629 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Dec 2013 83,855 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Dec 2013 83,823 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Dec 2012 78,319 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2012 78,319 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 72,160 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 64,369 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 57,344 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 46,141 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 41,038 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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BT05 VLA is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Black with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BT05 VLA, 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 BT05 VLA registered?

BT05 VLA is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 28 June 2005.

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