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RY05 BGK

2005 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

97,352 mi
Last recorded97,352 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Jaguar S-type73,908 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY05 BGK
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2023 97,352 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

front and rear brake discs have surface rust

nearside front fog lamp damage insecure

Fail 13 Oct 2023 97,352 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

front and rear brake discs have surface rust

nearside front fog lamp damage insecure

Pass 20 Jan 2020 96,481 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 93,406 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 87,233 miles

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear nearside & offside tracking control (2.4.G.2)

front outer sidewall tyre show signs [run flat] deterioration, nearside

Pass 19 Jan 2017 79,263 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Jan 2016 69,452 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 61,296 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 56,931 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 50,813 miles

All 4 brake discs worn.

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 45,488 miles

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

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

front barke pads 3to4mm left

rear brake pads 3to4mm left

Pass 7 May 2011 39,562 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 33,272 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 26,294 miles

wipers slightly smearing

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 May 2008 20,160 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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RY05 BGK is a 2005 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 RY05 BGK, 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 RY05 BGK registered?

RY05 BGK is a 2005 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 26 May 2005.

Is RY05 BGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY05 BGK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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