2003 Jaguar X-Type 2.5L Petrol · FV53 KLP
2003 Jaguar X-Type (2.5L, petrol). First registered 29/12/2003. Recorded mileage 56,342 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Lincoln
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02/10/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 56,342 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 2496cc
FV53 KLP Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 26/10/2023
- 56,342 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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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.
FV53 KLP Mileage History
- 17/09/202143,336 mi
- 17/09/202143,343 mi+7 mi
- 04/10/202249,424 mi+6,081 mi
- 26/10/202356,342 mi+6,918 mi
Average of roughly 6,176 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
FV53 KLP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Jaguar X-Type (FV53 KLP) between September 2021 and October 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 October 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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: “Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength n/s and o/”; “Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
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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