2003 Jaguar X-Type 2.1L Petrol · BV03 TZE
2003 Jaguar X-Type (2.1L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2003. Recorded mileage 109,517 miles. MOT expired on 06 Oct 2020.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Oct 2020
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (29 Jul 2020)
- Recorded Mileage
- 109,517 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BV03 TZE Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/09/2019
- 109,517 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (22 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BV03 TZE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Jaguar X-Type (BV03 TZE) between March 2006 and September 2019.
The record contains 14 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 27 September 2019 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (22 issues), Suspension (13 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Bodywork (9 issues), Tyres (8 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 40 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: “Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)”; “Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)”; “Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both D bushes (2.4.G.2)”.
BV03 TZE Mileage History
- 20/03/200625,602 mi
- 20/03/200625,606 mi+4 mi
- 20/04/200734,609 mi+9,003 mi
- 14/04/200862,938 mi+28,329 mi
- 24/03/200966,578 mi+3,640 mi
- 19/04/201074,938 mi+8,360 mi
- 20/04/201074,963 mi+25 mi
- 04/04/201182,035 mi+7,072 mi
- 11/10/201182,122 mi+87 mi
- 19/10/201182,122 mi
- 28/09/201285,660 mi+3,538 mi
- 02/10/201390,650 mi+4,990 mi
- 08/10/201390,655 mi+5 mi
- 14/10/201495,205 mi+4,550 mi
- 17/10/201495,205 mi
- 17/10/201596,283 mi+1,078 mi
- 09/11/201596,798 mi+515 mi
- 15/10/201698,140 mi+1,342 mi
- 07/10/2017102,756 mi+4,616 mi
- 14/09/2018105,561 mi+2,805 mi
- 27/09/2019109,517 mi+3,956 mi
Average of roughly 6,205 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Jaguar Jaguar X-Type
Our database tracks 5 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 X-TYPE
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Sill Corrosion(Serious)
The plastic sill covers trap moisture and road salt, leading to terminal rust that is hidden from view until it fails an MOT.
- AWD Transfer Box Failure(Serious)
The transfer box on 2.5 and 3.0 AWD models holds very little oil and has no service interval, leading to bearing failure.
- Thermostat Housing Coolant Leak(Moderate)
The plastic thermostat housing on the Duratec V6 engines becomes brittle from heat cycling and cracks, leading to coolant loss. The leak typically starts as a slow seep but can progress to a steady drip or spray, risking overheating if not caught early.
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- Sill CorrosionSerious
The plastic sill covers trap moisture and road salt, leading to terminal rust that is hidden from view until it fails an MOT.
- AWD Transfer Box FailureSerious
The transfer box on 2.5 and 3.0 AWD models holds very little oil and has no service interval, leading to bearing failure.
- Thermostat Housing Coolant LeakModerate
The plastic thermostat housing on the Duratec V6 engines becomes brittle from heat cycling and cracks, leading to coolant loss. The leak typically starts as a slow seep but can progress to a steady drip or spray, risking overheating if not caught early.
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