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DBV 90B

1964 Jaguar S-type

Blue Petrol 3781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

20,243 mi
Last recorded20,243 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1964 Jaguar S-type43,845 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBV 90B
MakeJaguar
ModelS-type
Year1964
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,781cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 20,243 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2025 20,230 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 19,924 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 18,933 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 21 Jul 2023 18,883 miles

Exhaust system insecure Rear mounting bent and rubber mount failed (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Evidence of rear tyres fouling body

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Park brake has no reserve travel

Pass 28 Jul 2022 15,618 miles

Front Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail under engine, showing signs of damage/poor repair (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 14,096 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 12,910 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 21 Jul 2020 12,910 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 9 Jul 2020 12,853 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Engine mounting excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Coolant leak radiator ()

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 9,798 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 8,682 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 7,647 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 6,112 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 5,483 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 4,719 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 1,897 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 28 Sep 2011 1,892 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 1,109 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 20 Jul 2009 1,109 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 May 2008 70 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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DBV 90B is a 1964 Jaguar S-type in Blue with a 3,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1964 Jaguar S-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 43,845 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DBV 90B, 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 62 years old, this Jaguar S-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DBV 90B?

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What year was DBV 90B registered?

DBV 90B is a 1964 Jaguar S-type, first registered on 15 July 1964.

Is DBV 90B safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBV 90B shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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