2002 Jaguar X-Type 2.5L Petrol · LF02 CHN
2002 Jaguar X-Type (2.5L, petrol). First registered 07 May 2002. Recorded mileage 125,851 miles. MOT expired on 21 Jul 2023.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Jul 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 125,851 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LF02 CHN Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/07/2022
- 125,851 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LF02 CHN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
22 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Jaguar X-Type (LF02 CHN) between September 2005 and July 2022.
The record contains 18 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 19 July 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (9 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Bodywork (6 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 33 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 Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”; “Central Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded NEAR-SIDE FLOOR TO SILL (5.2.6)”.
LF02 CHN Mileage History
- 27/09/200540,582 mi
- 22/09/200650,330 mi+9,748 mi
- 22/09/200650,330 mi
- 09/10/200758,284 mi+7,954 mi
- 06/10/200866,466 mi+8,182 mi
- 05/10/200973,577 mi+7,111 mi
- 01/10/201079,256 mi+5,679 mi
- 23/08/201182,958 mi+3,702 mi
- 24/08/201182,958 mi
- 22/08/201288,169 mi+5,211 mi
- 22/08/201393,014 mi+4,845 mi
- 30/07/201495,626 mi+2,612 mi
- 25/08/201597,723 mi+2,097 mi
- 18/07/201699,491 mi+1,768 mi
- 08/07/2017103,798 mi+4,307 mi
- 25/07/2017103,816 mi+18 mi
- 03/07/2018105,508 mi+1,692 mi
- 19/07/2018105,510 mi+2 mi
- 22/07/2019108,941 mi+3,431 mi
- 23/07/2020112,396 mi+3,455 mi
- 21/07/2021118,819 mi+6,423 mi
- 19/07/2022125,851 mi+7,032 mi
Average of roughly 5,073 miles per year across 22 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: 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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