2003 Jaguar X-Type 2.1L Petrol · BW52 RFJ
2003 Jaguar X-Type (2.1L, petrol). First registered 09 Jan 2003. Recorded mileage 128,160 miles. MOT expired on 03 Nov 2023.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 03 Nov 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 128,160 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BW52 RFJ Key Findings
- 23 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/11/2022
- 128,160 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (19 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BW52 RFJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
23 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Jaguar X-Type (BW52 RFJ) between January 2006 and November 2022.
The record contains 17 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 04 November 2022 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 (19 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 34 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 Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)”; “Headlamp levelling device inoperative nearside and offside (1.7.2)”; “Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)”.
BW52 RFJ Mileage History
- 04/01/200619,088 mi
- 09/01/200729,184 mi+10,096 mi
- 07/01/200833,802 mi+4,618 mi
- 06/01/200939,186 mi+5,384 mi
- 17/12/200944,380 mi+5,194 mi
- 20/10/201047,961 mi+3,581 mi
- 20/10/201047,961 mi
- 17/10/201158,215 mi+10,254 mi
- 17/10/201158,219 mi+4 mi
- 13/10/201270,756 mi+12,537 mi
- 18/10/201271,020 mi+264 mi
- 05/10/201382,751 mi+11,731 mi
- 22/10/201383,237 mi+486 mi
- 22/10/201383,237 mi
- 15/11/201495,702 mi+12,465 mi
- 06/11/2015106,798 mi+11,096 mi
- 23/01/2017113,879 mi+7,081 mi
- 23/01/2017113,879 mi
- 19/01/2018122,078 mi+8,199 mi
- 22/01/2018122,142 mi+64 mi
- 14/01/2019126,631 mi+4,489 mi
- 01/12/2020128,151 mi+1,520 mi
- 04/11/2022128,160 mi+9 mi
Average of roughly 6,480 miles per year across 23 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: 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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