2002 Jaguar X-Type 2.1L Petrol · BL02 NZN
2002 Jaguar X-Type (2.1L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2002. Recorded mileage 139,904 miles. MOT expired on 05 Oct 2020.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 05 Oct 2020
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (31 May 2019)
- Recorded Mileage
- 139,904 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BL02 NZN Key Findings
- 17 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/04/2019
- 139,904 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (16 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BL02 NZN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
17 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Jaguar X-Type (BL02 NZN) between July 2006 and April 2019.
The record contains 13 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 06 April 2019 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (16 issues), Bodywork (7 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 25 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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)”; “Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)”; “Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)”.
BL02 NZN Mileage History
- 06/07/200643,975 mi
- 06/07/200643,975 mi
- 30/07/200759,269 mi+15,294 mi
- 10/07/200871,344 mi+12,075 mi
- 24/06/200978,933 mi+7,589 mi
- 21/06/201083,906 mi+4,973 mi
- 22/06/201083,906 mi
- 28/06/201189,849 mi+5,943 mi
- 28/05/201297,019 mi+7,170 mi
- 02/06/2013104,772 mi+7,753 mi
- 31/05/2014113,369 mi+8,597 mi
- 07/06/201411,619 mi-101,750 mi
- 28/07/2015116,505 mi+104,886 mi
- 10/10/2016126,946 mi+10,441 mi
- 27/11/2017139,715 mi+12,769 mi
- 27/11/2017139,718 mi+3 mi
- 06/04/2019139,904 mi+186 mi
Average of roughly 7,523 miles per year across 17 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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