2003 Jaguar X-Type 2.5L Petrol · CW03 AHU
2003 Jaguar X-Type (2.5L, petrol). First registered 30 Jun 2003. Recorded mileage 66,333 miles. MOT expired on 15 Aug 2025.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Bangor
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 Aug 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 66,333 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CW03 AHU Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/08/2024
- 66,333 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (16 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CW03 AHU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Jaguar X-Type (CW03 AHU) between June 2006 and August 2024.
The record contains 19 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 August 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (16 issues), Bodywork (7 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 37 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: “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”.
CW03 AHU Mileage History
- 23/06/200615,046 mi
- 06/06/200720,397 mi+5,351 mi
- 23/06/200825,828 mi+5,431 mi
- 30/06/200931,313 mi+5,485 mi
- 10/06/201035,627 mi+4,314 mi
- 04/07/201140,104 mi+4,477 mi
- 27/06/201242,971 mi+2,867 mi
- 27/06/201346,700 mi+3,729 mi
- 28/07/201450,541 mi+3,841 mi
- 17/07/201551,335 mi+794 mi
- 15/07/201651,839 mi+504 mi
- 28/07/201752,442 mi+603 mi
- 23/07/201853,040 mi+598 mi
- 18/07/201953,465 mi+425 mi
- 19/07/201953,465 mi
- 07/07/202054,154 mi+689 mi
- 22/07/202156,418 mi+2,264 mi
- 06/07/202259,943 mi+3,525 mi
- 17/07/202364,229 mi+4,286 mi
- 17/08/202466,333 mi+2,104 mi
Average of roughly 2,825 miles per year across 20 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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