2004 Jaguar X-Type 2.1L Petrol · AO54 HDX
2004 Jaguar X-Type (2.1L, petrol). First registered 02 Sept 2004. Recorded mileage 100,938 miles. MOT expired on 25 May 2024.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 25 May 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 100,938 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AO54 HDX Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/05/2023
- 100,938 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 8 historical MOT failures
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (21 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AO54 HDX 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 X-Type (AO54 HDX) between August 2007 and May 2023.
The record contains 14 passes and 8 failures.
The most recent test on 20 May 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 8 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (21 issues), Lighting (19 issues), Tyres (16 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Bodywork (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 53 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 less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ”; “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
AO54 HDX Mileage History
- 30/08/200723,923 mi
- 01/09/200829,819 mi+5,896 mi
- 13/05/200933,899 mi+4,080 mi
- 28/05/201243,195 mi+9,296 mi
- 28/05/201243,195 mi
- 11/05/201357,786 mi+14,591 mi
- 11/06/201458,356 mi+570 mi
- 11/06/201458,356 mi
- 24/07/201565,550 mi+7,194 mi
- 28/07/201565,550 mi
- 11/08/201672,000 mi+6,450 mi
- 11/08/201672,000 mi
- 07/09/201775,321 mi+3,321 mi
- 08/09/201775,321 mi
- 12/09/201878,150 mi+2,829 mi
- 04/09/201981,025 mi+2,875 mi
- 30/09/201981,039 mi+14 mi
- 13/10/202089,693 mi+8,654 mi
- 03/03/202292,654 mi+2,961 mi
- 27/05/202295,341 mi+2,687 mi
- 27/05/202295,341 mi
- 20/05/2023100,938 mi+5,597 mi
Average of roughly 4,899 miles per year across 22 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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