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BT05 ZZL

2005 Jaguar S-type

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

102,898 mi
Last recorded102,898 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 6 Jan 2021 102,898 miles

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

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 101,955 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2020 101,955 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 100,317 miles

Front both badly worn

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 98,332 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2017 98,326 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 95,542 miles

Front shockers badly worn

Fail 15 Dec 2016 95,535 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front shockers badly worn

Pass 17 Dec 2015 92,160 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 87,293 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 10 Dec 2013 83,276 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Dec 2012 79,792 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2012 79,792 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 29 Dec 2011 75,694 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2011 70,523 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 60,148 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 14 Oct 2008 49,761 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2008 49,761 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 ZZL 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 66.7%.

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 BT05 ZZL, 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 ZZL registered?

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

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The MOT history for BT05 ZZL shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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