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SS04 BLJ

2004 Jaguar S-type

Red Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

47,916 mi
Last recorded47,916 miles
Recorded on10 May 2024
Typical for 2004 Jaguar S-type73,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSS04 BLJ
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2024 47,916 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 46,325 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 44,828 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 44,285 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2021 44,282 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2020 43,922 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Apr 2020 43,922 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 42,332 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 41,043 miles

Under trays not allowing full inspection.

Pass 11 Apr 2017 40,409 miles

Both front inner tyre walls have slight cracking.

Under trays not allowing full inspection.

Pass 11 Apr 2016 39,261 miles

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 13 Apr 2015 37,894 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 36,684 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2013 34,658 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 34,642 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 32,640 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 28,785 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 25,075 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 16,723 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 13,123 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 10,254 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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SS04 BLJ is a 2004 Jaguar S-type in Red with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 SS04 BLJ, 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 SS04 BLJ registered?

SS04 BLJ is a 2004 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 12 May 2004.

Is SS04 BLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SS04 BLJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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