2002 Jaguar X-Type 3.0L Petrol · DN02 YXT
2002 Jaguar X-Type (3.0L, petrol). First registered 10 Jul 2002. Recorded mileage 54,136 miles. MOT status: Failed.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Failed
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 54,136 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DN02 YXT Key Findings
- 23 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 18/01/2022
- 54,136 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (19 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DN02 YXT 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 2002 Jaguar X-Type (DN02 YXT) between July 2006 and January 2022.
The record contains 16 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 18 January 2022 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (19 issues), Lighting (13 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 45 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 Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a”; “Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (”; “Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))”.
DN02 YXT Mileage History
- 06/07/200616,735 mi
- 22/06/200723,314 mi+6,579 mi
- 28/06/200832,129 mi+8,815 mi
- 05/02/200934,604 mi+2,475 mi
- 29/01/201030,901 mi-3,703 mi
- 19/01/201142,395 mi+11,494 mi
- 17/01/201244,443 mi+2,048 mi
- 18/01/201346,183 mi+1,740 mi
- 24/01/201447,719 mi+1,536 mi
- 28/01/201447,721 mi+2 mi
- 28/01/201548,871 mi+1,150 mi
- 29/01/201548,872 mi+1 mi
- 12/01/201649,817 mi+945 mi
- 06/02/201750,502 mi+685 mi
- 17/02/201750,504 mi+2 mi
- 18/01/201851,272 mi+768 mi
- 08/02/201851,356 mi+84 mi
- 16/02/201851,372 mi+16 mi
- 17/01/201952,187 mi+815 mi
- 20/01/202053,125 mi+938 mi
- 18/01/202153,529 mi+404 mi
- 18/01/202153,530 mi+1 mi
- 18/01/202254,136 mi+606 mi
Average of roughly 2,407 miles per year across 23 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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