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BU54 XRH

2004 Jaguar S-type

Grey Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

121,289 mi
Last recorded121,289 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2024
Typical for 2004 Jaguar S-type73,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 XRH
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Fail 10 Oct 2024 121,289 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect BOTH (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced BOTH (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2023 120,621 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 119,086 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 118,474 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm cracked on tread (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Inner Brake disks corroded

Pass 11 Jul 2017 116,240 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0 mm tread (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Jul 2017 116,231 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0 mm tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 108,129 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 95,222 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2015 95,222 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2014 82,863 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 79,395 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 3 Jan 2013 79,113 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 64,638 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 64,638 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 54,286 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 50,079 miles

covers under vehicle hard to see some testable items

Pass 29 Aug 2008 44,152 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 36,273 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 36,273 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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BU54 XRH is a 2004 Jaguar S-type in Grey with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 BU54 XRH, 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

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What year was BU54 XRH registered?

BU54 XRH is a 2004 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is BU54 XRH safe to buy?

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