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BT05 VLB

2005 Jaguar S-type

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,175 mi
Last recorded116,175 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 VLB
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2018 116,175 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 109,887 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 105,642 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 98,345 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 90,717 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 81,875 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 77,130 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 69,632 miles

both front brake discs are corroded and worn

both rear brake discs are corroded

Pass 7 Apr 2010 60,823 miles

both front brake discs slight corrosion and wear

both rear brake discs slight corrosion and wear

both rear tyres getting low on tread

Pass 15 May 2009 53,622 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 42,318 miles

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

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

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 VLB 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 100%.

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 VLB, 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 BT05 VLB registered?

BT05 VLB is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is BT05 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT05 VLB shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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