2005 Jaguar X-Type 2.0L Diesel · MT55 YTF
2005 Jaguar X-Type (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31 Oct 2005. Recorded mileage 122,581 miles. MOT expired on 08 Oct 2022.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Oct 2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 122,581 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MT55 YTF Key Findings
- 17 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 08/10/2021
- 122,581 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MT55 YTF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
17 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Jaguar X-Type (MT55 YTF) between October 2008 and October 2021.
The record contains 13 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 08 October 2021 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (13 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 20 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 Rear Coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.
MT55 YTF Mileage History
- 15/10/200822,795 mi
- 28/10/200929,046 mi+6,251 mi
- 21/10/201034,624 mi+5,578 mi
- 08/07/201136,978 mi+2,354 mi
- 19/06/201252,720 mi+15,742 mi
- 26/06/201361,240 mi+8,520 mi
- 26/06/201361,240 mi
- 26/06/201471,389 mi+10,149 mi
- 27/06/201471,389 mi
- 16/06/201588,638 mi+17,249 mi
- 17/06/201694,259 mi+5,621 mi
- 16/06/201797,377 mi+3,118 mi
- 16/06/201797,377 mi
- 13/06/2018104,581 mi+7,204 mi
- 25/06/2019112,171 mi+7,590 mi
- 15/12/2020120,280 mi+8,109 mi
- 08/10/2021122,581 mi+2,301 mi
Average of roughly 7,688 miles per year across 17 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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