2003 Jaguar X-Type 3.0L Petrol · BL52 MVC
2003 Jaguar X-Type (3.0L, petrol). First registered 21 Jan 2003. Recorded mileage 73,874 miles. MOT expired on 14 Dec 2022. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 14 Dec 2022
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 73,874 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BL52 MVC Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/12/2021
- 73,874 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (26 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BL52 MVC 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 2003 Jaguar X-Type (BL52 MVC) between January 2006 and December 2021.
The record contains 16 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 15 December 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (26 issues), Bodywork (6 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 36 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: “Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Offside outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural streng”; “Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))”.
BL52 MVC Mileage History
- 10/01/200632,349 mi
- 10/01/200632,349 mi
- 12/01/200738,543 mi+6,194 mi
- 22/01/200840,496 mi+1,953 mi
- 30/01/200942,437 mi+1,941 mi
- 02/02/200942,438 mi+1 mi
- 25/10/201048,484 mi+6,046 mi
- 08/06/201149,619 mi+1,135 mi
- 21/05/201256,015 mi+6,396 mi
- 21/05/201256,015 mi
- 04/03/201361,516 mi+5,501 mi
- 29/05/201465,319 mi+3,803 mi
- 30/05/201465,319 mi
- 29/05/201567,766 mi+2,447 mi
- 19/05/201668,693 mi+927 mi
- 30/05/201769,530 mi+837 mi
- 30/05/201871,883 mi+2,353 mi
- 06/06/201871,896 mi+13 mi
- 30/05/201972,651 mi+755 mi
- 09/12/202073,436 mi+785 mi
- 01/12/202173,853 mi+417 mi
- 15/12/202173,874 mi+21 mi
Average of roughly 2,607 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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