2002 Jaguar X-Type 2.1L Petrol · MX52 BKA
2002 Jaguar X-Type (2.1L, petrol). First registered 23 Sept 2002. Recorded mileage 102,024 miles. MOT expired on 02 Dec 2024.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 Dec 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 102,024 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MX52 BKA Key Findings
- 26 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/12/2023
- 102,024 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 10 historical MOT failures
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (34 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MX52 BKA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
26 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Jaguar X-Type (MX52 BKA) between August 2006 and December 2023.
The record contains 16 passes and 10 failures.
The most recent test on 02 December 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 10 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (34 issues), Tyres (30 issues), Suspension (11 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Bodywork (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 82 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: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure deep splits/cracks developed insi”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure deep splits/cracks developed ins”.
MX52 BKA Mileage History
- 07/08/200664,892 mi
- 08/08/200767,670 mi+2,778 mi
- 06/08/200869,071 mi+1,401 mi
- 03/08/200970,355 mi+1,284 mi
- 05/08/201072,770 mi+2,415 mi
- 02/08/201175,131 mi+2,361 mi
- 02/08/201175,131 mi
- 02/07/201277,031 mi+1,900 mi
- 06/07/201277,036 mi+5 mi
- 06/06/201384,025 mi+6,989 mi
- 11/06/201384,032 mi+7 mi
- 20/08/201684,065 mi+33 mi
- 18/08/201784,302 mi+237 mi
- 24/08/201784,315 mi+13 mi
- 22/08/201884,625 mi+310 mi
- 30/08/201884,625 mi
- 30/08/201984,802 mi+177 mi
- 09/10/201984,832 mi+30 mi
- 05/10/202086,256 mi+1,424 mi
- 09/10/202086,261 mi+5 mi
- 25/10/202186,896 mi+635 mi
- 26/10/202186,899 mi+3 mi
- 09/11/202295,217 mi+8,318 mi
- 03/12/202295,939 mi+722 mi
- 01/12/2023101,981 mi+6,042 mi
- 02/12/2023102,024 mi+43 mi
Average of roughly 2,144 miles per year across 26 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: Poor
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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