2007 Jaguar X-Type 2.5L Petrol · GD57 GRD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, following a clean pass in the September 2025 test at 109,328 miles. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement after a significant failure in late 2024. While the car previously struggled with specific mechanical and fluid issues, the transition to a zero-defect record in the re-test on September 13, 2024, indicates that the previous owner addressed the critical faults required to meet safety standards. At 19 years old, the recorded mileage of 109,328 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 5,754 miles. The data shows a consistent usage pattern, with roughly 10,000 miles driven between the 2023 and 2024 tests, and approximately 4,000 miles in the final year. This low-frequency use on an older Jaguar often leads to degradation of rubber-based components and seals due to age rather than mechanical wear-and-tear. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the rear suspension system. The record notes a light misting on shock absorbers in 2023 at 99,556 miles, which escalated to a serious fluid leak by the 2024 failure at 105,185 miles. Although these were presumably replaced, the buyer should check for fresh oil seepage around the new units. Additionally, the front brake discs were noted as worn in 2023; a physical check of the remaining thickness is necessary to ensure they are not nearing the end of their service life. The 2024 failure regarding an inoperative Malfunction Indicator Lamp suggests a past electrical or sensor fault. While the car passed the subsequent test, the buyer should verify that no engine management codes are currently present using a diagnostic tool. Given the low mileage and high age, the vehicle should also be inspected for corrosion on the underbody and exhaust system, as vehicles that sit for long periods are prone to structural degradation that is not always captured by mileage alone.