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BT54 YEL

2005 Jaguar S-type

Grey Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

84,310 mi
Last recorded84,310 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT54 YEL
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 84,310 miles

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin Offside/nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2025 83,305 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 81,355 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 79,351 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2022 78,121 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2022 78,076 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 75,765 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 74,000 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 72,037 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 69,734 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 66,843 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 62,957 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 59,116 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 52,075 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 47,411 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 9 Jan 2012 43,183 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 38,369 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 33,513 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 26,446 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 20,234 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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BT54 YEL is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Grey with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 YEL, 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 YEL registered?

BT54 YEL is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 18 January 2005.

Is BT54 YEL safe to buy?

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