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BU04 BRU

2004 Jaguar S-type

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2025
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

135,977 mi
Last recorded135,977 miles
Recorded on1 May 2024
Typical for 2004 Jaguar S-type73,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 BRU
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 1 May 2024 135,977 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2024 135,914 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 125,386 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2023 125,307 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2023 125,190 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 113,635 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 111,136 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 104,973 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2019 104,949 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 98,972 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2018 98,972 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2017 95,655 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 90,654 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 84,199 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 84,199 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2014 79,444 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 79,444 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 75,293 miles

off side front tyre wearing low

Pass 20 Aug 2012 70,754 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 70,754 miles

Nearside Front Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 66,040 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 66,040 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 60,912 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 55,296 miles

engine managament remains illuminated

front number plate slightly delaminated

rear brake discs slightly corroaded

Fail 24 Aug 2009 55,296 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

engine managament remains illuminated

front number plate slightly delaminated

rear brake discs slightly corroaded

Pass 29 Jul 2008 47,486 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 41,212 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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BU04 BRU is a 2004 Jaguar S-type in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

Across all 2004 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 73,418 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 BU04 BRU, 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 22 years old, this Jaguar S-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU04 BRU?

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What year was BU04 BRU registered?

BU04 BRU is a 2004 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 23 July 2004.

Is BU04 BRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU04 BRU shows 27 tests with a 63% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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