2003 Jaguar X-Type 3.0L Petrol · NU53 AXR
2003 Jaguar X-Type (3.0L, petrol). First registered 02 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 54,552 miles. MOT expired on 11 Mar 2023.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Stockton-on-Tees
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 11 Mar 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 54,552 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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NU53 AXR Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/03/2022
- 54,552 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (22 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
NU53 AXR 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 2003 Jaguar X-Type (NU53 AXR) between October 2006 and March 2022.
The record contains 16 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 12 March 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (22 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 22 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 Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength”; “Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))”.
NU53 AXR Mileage History
- 04/10/20061,733 mi
- 18/09/20075,224 mi+3,491 mi
- 30/09/20089,168 mi+3,944 mi
- 01/10/200913,512 mi+4,344 mi
- 04/10/201017,215 mi+3,703 mi
- 04/10/201119,575 mi+2,360 mi
- 01/12/201223,230 mi+3,655 mi
- 26/11/201326,591 mi+3,361 mi
- 27/11/201326,591 mi
- 21/10/201428,456 mi+1,865 mi
- 27/10/201428,456 mi
- 10/10/201532,584 mi+4,128 mi
- 08/10/201636,835 mi+4,251 mi
- 10/10/201636,836 mi+1 mi
- 27/10/201740,942 mi+4,106 mi
- 03/11/201740,945 mi+3 mi
- 20/10/201844,424 mi+3,479 mi
- 28/10/201948,846 mi+4,422 mi
- 02/11/201948,846 mi
- 10/10/202052,108 mi+3,262 mi
- 17/10/202052,180 mi+72 mi
- 12/03/202254,552 mi+2,372 mi
Average of roughly 3,422 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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