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BW05 JHU

2005 Jaguar S-type

Silver Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

73,215 mi
Last recorded73,215 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW05 JHU
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 73,215 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2025 72,040 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2025 72,027 miles

Nearside Front Track rod 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 Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Track rod 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 Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2024 67,776 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 65,162 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 62,238 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 60,423 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 59,397 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 58,266 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 56,625 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 54,944 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 53,244 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 51,098 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 48,397 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 46,418 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 44,555 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 42,033 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 37,372 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)

Offside and nearside front brake discs showing wear.

Fail 27 Jul 2010 37,295 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

front brake discs showing slight wear

offside/nearside front tyres showing wear inner edges

Pass 31 Jul 2009 28,811 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 28,811 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 11 Aug 2008 20,561 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)

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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BW05 JHU is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Silver with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 BW05 JHU, 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 BW05 JHU registered?

BW05 JHU is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 15 August 2005.

Is BW05 JHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW05 JHU shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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