2004 Jaguar S-Type 2.5L Petrol · LD54 BOU
2004 Jaguar S-Type (2.5L, petrol). First registered 25 Sept 2004. Recorded mileage 65,357 miles. MOT valid until 02 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR S-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 65,357 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LD54 BOU Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/05/2026
- 65,357 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LD54 BOU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
22 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Jaguar S-Type (LD54 BOU) between September 2007 and May 2026.
The record contains 18 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 26 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (11 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 21 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: “Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt track control (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt track control (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
LD54 BOU Mileage History
- 20/09/200712,323 mi
- 25/09/200816,175 mi+3,852 mi
- 25/09/200816,175 mi
- 22/09/200917,969 mi+1,794 mi
- 07/09/201022,047 mi+4,078 mi
- 06/09/201125,361 mi+3,314 mi
- 06/09/201228,911 mi+3,550 mi
- 10/09/201331,262 mi+2,351 mi
- 16/09/201435,080 mi+3,818 mi
- 24/09/201538,841 mi+3,761 mi
- 13/09/201642,358 mi+3,517 mi
- 12/09/201745,213 mi+2,855 mi
- 16/09/201847,529 mi+2,316 mi
- 23/09/201956,885 mi+9,356 mi
- 19/04/202157,115 mi+230 mi
- 02/06/202157,156 mi+41 mi
- 02/06/202157,156 mi
- 28/04/202360,254 mi+3,098 mi
- 26/04/202464,796 mi+4,542 mi
- 03/05/202464,796 mi
- 04/06/202565,179 mi+383 mi
- 26/05/202665,357 mi+178 mi
Average of roughly 2,839 miles per year across 22 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: Good
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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