2004 Jaguar X-Type 3.0L Petrol · AP53 VJX
2004 Jaguar X-Type (3.0L, petrol). First registered 26 Feb 2004. Recorded mileage 52,756 miles. MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 52,756 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AP53 VJX Key Findings
- 25 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/02/2026
- 52,756 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AP53 VJX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
25 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Jaguar X-Type (AP53 VJX) between January 2007 and February 2026.
The record contains 20 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 18 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (13 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 29 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 Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))”; “Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)”; “Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)”.
AP53 VJX Mileage History
- 29/01/20078,066 mi
- 31/01/200812,006 mi+3,940 mi
- 31/01/200812,006 mi
- 29/01/200915,434 mi+3,428 mi
- 29/01/200915,434 mi
- 28/01/201020,047 mi+4,613 mi
- 28/01/201124,382 mi+4,335 mi
- 27/01/201228,997 mi+4,615 mi
- 31/01/201332,567 mi+3,570 mi
- 06/02/201434,237 mi+1,670 mi
- 06/02/201434,237 mi
- 28/01/201535,633 mi+1,396 mi
- 04/02/201637,199 mi+1,566 mi
- 06/02/201738,590 mi+1,391 mi
- 06/02/201738,590 mi
- 08/02/201839,995 mi+1,405 mi
- 15/02/201941,560 mi+1,565 mi
- 10/02/202042,792 mi+1,232 mi
- 17/02/202143,965 mi+1,173 mi
- 07/02/202244,570 mi+605 mi
- 14/02/202346,094 mi+1,524 mi
- 23/02/202447,235 mi+1,141 mi
- 07/02/202548,127 mi+892 mi
- 13/02/202652,756 mi+4,629 mi
- 18/02/202652,756 mi
Average of roughly 2,345 miles per year across 25 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: 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 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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