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BV05 LNK

2005 Jaguar S-type

Gold Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

49,394 mi
Last recorded49,394 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 LNK
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 49,394 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 44,946 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 40,447 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 40,289 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 39,336 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 May 2018 38,771 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 38,353 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 37,533 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 36,101 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 34,694 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 33,753 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 33,753 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2012 31,849 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 47,352 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2010 27,272 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 23,791 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 19,806 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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BV05 LNK is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Gold with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 BV05 LNK, 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 BV05 LNK registered?

BV05 LNK is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 18 April 2005.

Is BV05 LNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV05 LNK shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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