2005 Jaguar X-Type 2.0L Diesel · BF55 WPO
2005 Jaguar X-Type (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 141,975 miles. MOT expired on 20 May 2022. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 20 May 2022
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 141,975 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BF55 WPO Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/05/2021
- 141,975 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BF55 WPO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Jaguar X-Type (BF55 WPO) between October 2008 and May 2021.
The record contains 13 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 21 May 2021 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: Brakes (9 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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: “Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi (7.1.2)”.
BF55 WPO Mileage History
- 02/10/200859,394 mi
- 14/10/200968,880 mi+9,486 mi
- 15/09/201076,253 mi+7,373 mi
- 29/09/201180,658 mi+4,405 mi
- 29/09/201180,658 mi
- 10/10/201284,108 mi+3,450 mi
- 10/10/201387,396 mi+3,288 mi
- 11/10/201387,396 mi
- 06/10/201492,007 mi+4,611 mi
- 07/10/201597,378 mi+5,371 mi
- 29/09/2016102,154 mi+4,776 mi
- 29/09/2016102,154 mi
- 04/10/2017106,734 mi+4,580 mi
- 04/10/2017106,734 mi
- 23/11/2018110,122 mi+3,388 mi
- 22/11/2019123,079 mi+12,957 mi
- 22/11/2019123,079 mi
- 21/05/2021141,975 mi+18,896 mi
Average of roughly 6,537 miles per year across 18 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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