2005 Jaguar X-Type 2.0L Diesel · FA05 WRW
2005 Jaguar X-Type (2.0L, diesel). First registered 27 Jul 2005. Recorded mileage 167,671 miles. MOT expired on 13 Jan 2023.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 13 Jan 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 167,671 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FA05 WRW Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/01/2022
- 167,671 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (21 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FA05 WRW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
22 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Jaguar X-Type (FA05 WRW) between May 2008 and January 2022.
The record contains 15 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 14 January 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (21 issues), Lighting (19 issues), Brakes (13 issues), Bodywork (9 issues), Suspension (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 52 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: “Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))”; “Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))”; “Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))”.
FA05 WRW Mileage History
- 20/05/200834,577 mi
- 28/04/200943,694 mi+9,117 mi
- 20/04/201053,262 mi+9,568 mi
- 14/05/201163,812 mi+10,550 mi
- 14/05/201163,812 mi
- 16/03/201268,246 mi+4,434 mi
- 04/10/201272,079 mi+3,833 mi
- 12/09/201379,321 mi+7,242 mi
- 11/09/201487,679 mi+8,358 mi
- 10/09/201594,326 mi+6,647 mi
- 28/09/2016103,001 mi+8,675 mi
- 02/11/2017116,453 mi+13,452 mi
- 05/11/2018140,048 mi+23,595 mi
- 06/11/2018140,050 mi+2 mi
- 07/11/2019156,815 mi+16,765 mi
- 23/11/2019156,857 mi+42 mi
- 23/11/2019156,857 mi
- 24/11/2020162,228 mi+5,371 mi
- 23/12/2020162,247 mi+19 mi
- 23/12/2020162,248 mi+1 mi
- 05/01/2022167,643 mi+5,395 mi
- 14/01/2022167,671 mi+28 mi
Average of roughly 9,748 miles per year across 22 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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