2004 Jaguar X-Type 2.1L Petrol · NY53 BUH
2004 Jaguar X-Type (2.1L, petrol). First registered 01 Jan 2004. Recorded mileage 90,088 miles. MOT expired on 26 Jan 2019.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Stockton-on-Tees
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 Jan 2019
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (19 Jan 2024)
- Recorded Mileage
- 90,088 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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NY53 BUH Key Findings
- 16 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 04/04/2019
- 90,088 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 18 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (21 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
NY53 BUH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Jaguar X-Type (NY53 BUH) between January 2007 and April 2019.
The record contains 12 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 04 April 2019 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (21 issues), Suspension (12 issues), Tyres (10 issues), Windscreen (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 38 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: “Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))”; “Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both (1.1.11 (c))”; “Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”.
NY53 BUH Mileage History
- 03/01/200720,066 mi
- 03/01/200720,066 mi
- 18/01/200826,420 mi+6,354 mi
- 04/02/200933,644 mi+7,224 mi
- 25/01/201039,880 mi+6,236 mi
- 16/02/201145,575 mi+5,695 mi
- 28/02/201251,870 mi+6,295 mi
- 09/02/201359,703 mi+7,833 mi
- 16/02/201359,963 mi+260 mi
- 15/02/201467,470 mi+7,507 mi
- 14/02/201573,669 mi+6,199 mi
- 20/02/201679,344 mi+5,675 mi
- 04/02/201785,154 mi+5,810 mi
- 18/02/2017135,460 mi+50,306 mi
- 27/01/201889,742 mi-45,718 mi
- 04/04/201990,088 mi+346 mi
Average of roughly 5,716 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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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