2005 Jaguar X-Type 2.0L Diesel · FV54 RKY
2005 Jaguar X-Type (2.0L, diesel). First registered 10 Feb 2005. Recorded mileage 101,574 miles. MOT status: Failed.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Failed
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 101,574 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FV54 RKY Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 10/08/2022
- 101,574 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FV54 RKY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
15 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Jaguar X-Type (FV54 RKY) between February 2008 and August 2022.
The record contains 12 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 10 August 2022 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). 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: “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))”.
FV54 RKY Mileage History
- 08/02/200825,457 mi
- 10/02/200935,694 mi+10,237 mi
- 21/01/201043,941 mi+8,247 mi
- 03/02/201147,505 mi+3,564 mi
- 09/02/201252,298 mi+4,793 mi
- 11/02/201355,799 mi+3,501 mi
- 10/02/201460,890 mi+5,091 mi
- 05/02/201567,172 mi+6,282 mi
- 05/02/201567,172 mi
- 11/02/201676,241 mi+9,069 mi
- 06/02/201784,048 mi+7,807 mi
- 07/02/201784,050 mi+2 mi
- 07/02/201890,725 mi+6,675 mi
- 21/03/201999,001 mi+8,276 mi
- 10/08/2022101,574 mi+2,573 mi
Average of roughly 5,248 miles per year across 15 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: 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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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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