2004 Jaguar S-Type 2.5L Petrol · BP04 MZE
2004 Jaguar S-Type (2.5L, petrol). First registered 05 Jul 2004. Recorded mileage 76,085 miles. MOT expired on 06 Jun 2024.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR S-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Jun 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 76,085 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BP04 MZE Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 30/06/2025
- 76,085 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 23 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BP04 MZE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Jaguar S-Type (BP04 MZE) between June 2007 and June 2025.
The record contains 17 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 30 June 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (9 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Steering (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 28 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Outer Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no ”; “Offside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ”.
BP04 MZE Mileage History
- 27/06/200723,245 mi
- 20/08/200831,730 mi+8,485 mi
- 15/02/201036,419 mi+4,689 mi
- 09/02/201139,655 mi+3,236 mi
- 10/02/201241,553 mi+1,898 mi
- 13/02/201343,069 mi+1,516 mi
- 07/02/201444,304 mi+1,235 mi
- 14/02/201549,511 mi+5,207 mi
- 07/07/201550,086 mi+575 mi
- 07/07/201550,086 mi
- 14/07/201656,900 mi+6,814 mi
- 09/02/201759,937 mi+3,037 mi
- 06/02/201863,256 mi+3,319 mi
- 25/02/201966,054 mi+2,798 mi
- 24/02/202068,919 mi+2,865 mi
- 02/03/202068,925 mi+6 mi
- 17/03/202169,887 mi+962 mi
- 23/03/202271,459 mi+1,572 mi
- 08/06/202374,637 mi+3,178 mi
- 30/06/202576,085 mi+1,448 mi
Average of roughly 2,934 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Jaguar Jaguar S-Type
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: JAGUAR S-TYPE
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- ZF 6HP26 Automatic Gearbox "The Lurch" & Mechatronic Sleeve Leak(Moderate)
The 6-speed ZF automatic gearbox suffers from fluid leakage around the plastic mechatronic electrical sleeve and worn valve body damper rubbers, causing harsh downshifts from 2nd to 1st gear when coming to a halt.
- Front Lower Wishbone Rear Hydrobush Fluid Leak & Ball Joint Play(Moderate)
The large fluid-filled hydraulic compliance bushes on the curved front lower control arms rupture and weep black fluid, leading to steering shimmy under braking and MOT failure.
- Sill & Rear Subframe Mounting Corrosion Concealed Behind Plastic Covers(Serious)
Road dirt and wet road salt accumulate behind the full-length plastic sill threshold covers and around the rear subframe front mounting heel boards, corroding structural steel out of plain sight.
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- ZF 6HP26 Automatic Gearbox "The Lurch" & Mechatronic Sleeve LeakModerate
The 6-speed ZF automatic gearbox suffers from fluid leakage around the plastic mechatronic electrical sleeve and worn valve body damper rubbers, causing harsh downshifts from 2nd to 1st gear when coming to a halt.
- Front Lower Wishbone Rear Hydrobush Fluid Leak & Ball Joint PlayModerate
The large fluid-filled hydraulic compliance bushes on the curved front lower control arms rupture and weep black fluid, leading to steering shimmy under braking and MOT failure.
- Sill & Rear Subframe Mounting Corrosion Concealed Behind Plastic CoversSerious
Road dirt and wet road salt accumulate behind the full-length plastic sill threshold covers and around the rear subframe front mounting heel boards, corroding structural steel out of plain sight.
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