2005 Jaguar X-Type 3.0L Petrol · LG55 NPD
2005 Jaguar X-Type (3.0L, petrol). First registered 30 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 53,972 miles. MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 53,972 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LG55 NPD Key Findings
- 25 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/04/2026
- 53,972 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (22 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LG55 NPD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
25 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Jaguar X-Type (LG55 NPD) between September 2008 and April 2026.
The record contains 18 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 29 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (22 issues), Brakes (13 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 39 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: “Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”.
LG55 NPD Mileage History
- 30/09/200812,322 mi
- 16/09/200916,689 mi+4,367 mi
- 15/09/201020,395 mi+3,706 mi
- 17/09/201020,395 mi
- 14/09/201122,725 mi+2,330 mi
- 26/09/201225,486 mi+2,761 mi
- 19/09/201327,109 mi+1,623 mi
- 05/09/201428,991 mi+1,882 mi
- 15/09/201530,936 mi+1,945 mi
- 13/09/201632,021 mi+1,085 mi
- 27/09/201732,986 mi+965 mi
- 27/09/201833,470 mi+484 mi
- 30/09/201936,244 mi+2,774 mi
- 30/09/201936,244 mi
- 01/10/202039,133 mi+2,889 mi
- 13/09/202142,287 mi+3,154 mi
- 16/09/202142,295 mi+8 mi
- 28/02/202346,752 mi+4,457 mi
- 01/03/202346,752 mi
- 27/02/202449,254 mi+2,502 mi
- 27/02/202449,254 mi
- 18/02/202552,704 mi+3,450 mi
- 19/02/202552,704 mi
- 29/04/202653,972 mi+1,268 mi
- 29/04/202653,972 mi
Average of roughly 2,369 miles per year across 25 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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