2004 Jaguar X-Type 2.5L Petrol · FL04 WHN

The vehicle is currently unroadworthy and exhibits a dangerously worsening trend regarding structural integrity. The most recent test on August 7, 2023 at 151,038 miles resulted in a critical failure due to advanced corrosion. The tester identified that both the nearside and offside inner/outer sills and floors had corroded to the point of significantly reducing assembly rigidity. This represents a progression from the 2021 test where similar corrosion was noted but had not yet reached structural limits. At 151,038 miles over 22 years, the car has averaged approximately 6,865 miles per year, which is consistent with low annual usage for its age. However, the data shows a significant gap in records between August 2023 and June 2026, with only 3,366 miles recorded in nearly three years. This low mileage suggests the vehicle may have been sitting stationary for long periods, which often accelerates the type of deep structural rot and mechanical failure seen in the recorded MOT history. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and underbody before considering this vehicle. The MOT history reveals a recurring issue with the rear suspension, specifically the offside trailing arm which was seriously weakened in 2021 and found bent in 2022. The parking brake system has also failed consistently, showing less than 50% of required efficiency in 2021, 2022, and 2023. Given the structural failure of the sills and floors, the metal integrity of the vehicle is likely compromised, making the cost of necessary welding repairs potentially exceed the market value of the car.