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BT54 RVV

2005 Jaguar S-type

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

148,267 mi
Last recorded148,267 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT54 RVV
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 148,267 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 146,660 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 144,971 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2024 144,960 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted top of caliper away from mount .DO NOT DRIVE (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no pattern (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Jan 2023 142,095 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2022 140,469 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2022 140,465 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2021 138,014 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 136,760 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 132,774 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 122,972 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 111,286 miles

offside rear brake disc corroded

Pass 1 Feb 2016 99,886 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 86,561 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 14 Jan 2014 80,307 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 76,163 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 72,433 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 66,391 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 59,845 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 47,976 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 47,976 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

tracking advised

Pass 20 Dec 2007 36,055 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2007 36,055 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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BT54 RVV is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Black with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 BT54 RVV, 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 BT54 RVV registered?

BT54 RVV is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 4 January 2005.

Is BT54 RVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT54 RVV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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