2002 Jaguar X-Type 3.0L Petrol · EX02 EYG
2002 Jaguar X-Type (3.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2002. Recorded mileage 158,217 miles. MOT expired on 25 Jan 2016.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 25 Jan 2016
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (05 Oct 2018)
- Recorded Mileage
- 158,217 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EX02 EYG Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 13/04/2016
- 158,217 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 18 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (16 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EX02 EYG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
15 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Jaguar X-Type (EX02 EYG) between March 2006 and April 2016.
The record contains 10 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 13 April 2016 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (16 issues), Lighting (12 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 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 emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)”; “Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded FLOOR (2.4.A.3)”; “Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded SILL (5.2.6)”.
EX02 EYG Mileage History
- 21/03/200639,886 mi
- 22/03/200639,889 mi+3 mi
- 12/03/200751,103 mi+11,214 mi
- 28/02/200863,357 mi+12,254 mi
- 27/03/200978,199 mi+14,842 mi
- 10/03/201089,873 mi+11,674 mi
- 28/03/2011102,714 mi+12,841 mi
- 12/03/2012114,828 mi+12,114 mi
- 13/03/2012114,828 mi
- 11/03/2013126,215 mi+11,387 mi
- 12/03/2013126,215 mi
- 04/03/2014137,439 mi+11,224 mi
- 06/03/2014137,439 mi
- 26/01/2015147,329 mi+9,890 mi
- 13/04/2016158,217 mi+10,888 mi
Average of roughly 11,758 miles per year across 15 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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