2002 Jaguar X-Type 2.5L Petrol · HV02 LRU
2002 Jaguar X-Type (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01 Apr 2002. Recorded mileage 150,543 km. MOT expired on 11 Jun 2017.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 11 Jun 2017
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Mar 2017)
- Recorded Odometer
- 150,543 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HV02 LRU Key Findings
- 14 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/06/2016
- 150,543 km recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (28 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HV02 LRU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
14 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Jaguar X-Type (HV02 LRU) between February 2006 and June 2016.
The record contains 11 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 10 June 2016 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (28 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 28 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: “Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)”; “Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)”.
HV02 LRU Odometer History
- 03/02/200630,371 mi
- 03/02/200732,319 mi+1,948 mi
- 02/02/200834,205 mi+1,886 mi
- 06/10/200835,265 mi+1,060 mi
- 07/10/200947,297 mi+12,032 mi
- 29/09/201053,670 mi+6,373 mi
- 29/09/201053,670 mi
- 16/01/201254,841 mi+1,171 mi
- 18/01/201254,850 mi+9 mi
- 21/03/201397,407 km
- 15/05/2014108,951 mi
- 12/06/2015127,763 mi+18,812 mi
- 09/06/2016150,541 km
- 10/06/2016150,543 km+2 km
Average of roughly 11,612 km per year across 14 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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