2004 Jaguar X-Type 2.0L Diesel · BV54 VZT
2004 Jaguar X-Type (2.0L, diesel). First registered 29 Sept 2004. Recorded mileage 143,148 miles. MOT expired on 01 Jul 2023.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Jul 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 143,148 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BV54 VZT Key Findings
- 24 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 06/06/2023
- 143,148 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 8 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BV54 VZT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Jaguar X-Type (BV54 VZT) between September 2007 and June 2023.
The record contains 16 passes and 8 failures.
The most recent test on 06 June 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (14 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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 Front Brake performance unable to be tested pipe burst (1.2.1 (g))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
BV54 VZT Mileage History
- 25/09/200730,006 mi
- 25/09/200730,006 mi
- 20/09/200837,378 mi+7,372 mi
- 10/08/200943,806 mi+6,428 mi
- 04/08/201054,105 mi+10,299 mi
- 25/07/201162,640 mi+8,535 mi
- 28/07/201271,858 mi+9,218 mi
- 18/07/201380,636 mi+8,778 mi
- 23/07/201487,031 mi+6,395 mi
- 04/07/201592,969 mi+5,938 mi
- 06/07/201592,969 mi
- 06/07/201697,975 mi+5,006 mi
- 07/07/201697,975 mi
- 21/06/2017103,059 mi+5,084 mi
- 03/07/2017103,369 mi+310 mi
- 11/06/2018107,356 mi+3,987 mi
- 11/06/2018107,356 mi
- 28/06/2019112,504 mi+5,148 mi
- 26/06/2020120,397 mi+7,893 mi
- 03/07/2020120,486 mi+89 mi
- 24/06/2021128,200 mi+7,714 mi
- 22/06/2022136,012 mi+7,812 mi
- 23/06/2022135,013 mi-999 mi
- 06/06/2023143,148 mi+8,135 mi
Average of roughly 7,208 miles per year across 24 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: Poor
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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