2001 Jaguar X-Type 3.0L Petrol · GF51 SWU
2001 Jaguar X-Type (3.0L, petrol). First registered 15 Oct 2001. Recorded mileage 78,112 miles. MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 78,112 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GF51 SWU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/10/2025
- 78,112 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GF51 SWU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Jaguar X-Type (GF51 SWU) between September 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Bodywork (6 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 31 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: “Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ”; “Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.
GF51 SWU Mileage History
- 12/09/202374,812 mi
- 16/09/202476,922 mi+2,110 mi
- 17/09/202476,922 mi
- 30/09/202578,095 mi+1,173 mi
- 23/10/202578,112 mi+17 mi
Average of roughly 1,562 miles per year across 5 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.
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