2002 Jaguar X-Type 2.5L Petrol · EX52 VUH
2002 Jaguar X-Type (2.5L, petrol). First registered 02 Sept 2002. Recorded mileage 88,271 miles. MOT expired on 13 Dec 2023.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 13 Dec 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 88,271 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EX52 VUH Key Findings
- 23 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/11/2022
- 88,271 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EX52 VUH 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 (EX52 VUH) between August 2005 and November 2022.
The record contains 19 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 24 November 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Bodywork (5 issues), Steering (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack ball end (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
EX52 VUH Mileage History
- 09/08/200511,842 mi
- 22/08/200619,973 mi+8,131 mi
- 28/08/200726,520 mi+6,547 mi
- 14/08/200831,499 mi+4,979 mi
- 20/08/200937,965 mi+6,466 mi
- 07/12/200940,483 mi+2,518 mi
- 07/12/201046,277 mi+5,794 mi
- 01/12/201153,088 mi+6,811 mi
- 13/11/201259,016 mi+5,928 mi
- 22/11/201364,787 mi+5,771 mi
- 28/11/201364,825 mi+38 mi
- 04/12/201467,091 mi+2,266 mi
- 14/11/201572,904 mi+5,813 mi
- 04/12/201676,252 mi+3,348 mi
- 05/12/201779,180 mi+2,928 mi
- 05/12/201779,180 mi
- 27/11/201882,112 mi+2,932 mi
- 02/12/201985,364 mi+3,252 mi
- 14/12/201985,476 mi+112 mi
- 09/12/202086,840 mi+1,364 mi
- 09/12/202188,031 mi+1,191 mi
- 09/12/202188,031 mi
- 24/11/202288,271 mi+240 mi
Average of roughly 4,420 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: 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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