2005 Jaguar X-Type 2.5L Petrol · FN55 YGA
2005 Jaguar X-Type (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 88,906 miles. MOT expired on 29 Jul 2024.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Jul 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 88,906 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FN55 YGA Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/07/2023
- 88,906 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FN55 YGA 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 (FN55 YGA) between November 2008 and July 2023.
The record contains 15 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 31 July 2023 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: Lighting (12 issues), Brakes (12 issues), Tyres (10 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
FN55 YGA Mileage History
- 17/11/200847,975 mi
- 17/11/200847,975 mi
- 02/11/200958,364 mi+10,389 mi
- 19/07/201063,401 mi+5,037 mi
- 19/07/201063,401 mi
- 28/07/201166,368 mi+2,967 mi
- 26/07/201268,915 mi+2,547 mi
- 05/07/201370,974 mi+2,059 mi
- 05/07/201370,974 mi
- 17/10/201473,442 mi+2,468 mi
- 30/10/201575,412 mi+1,970 mi
- 28/10/201677,271 mi+1,859 mi
- 15/09/201778,979 mi+1,708 mi
- 21/09/201881,012 mi+2,033 mi
- 21/09/201881,012 mi
- 13/09/201982,789 mi+1,777 mi
- 28/04/202185,422 mi+2,633 mi
- 21/05/202185,449 mi+27 mi
- 31/05/202287,039 mi+1,590 mi
- 10/06/202287,046 mi+7 mi
- 21/07/202388,882 mi+1,836 mi
- 31/07/202388,906 mi+24 mi
Average of roughly 2,784 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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