2002 Jaguar X-Type 2.1L Petrol · PE02 AVJ
2002 Jaguar X-Type (2.1L, petrol). First registered 15 Mar 2002. Recorded mileage 88,435 miles. MOT expired on 16 Oct 2024.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 16 Oct 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 88,435 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PE02 AVJ Key Findings
- 24 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/10/2023
- 88,435 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (17 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PE02 AVJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Jaguar X-Type (PE02 AVJ) between October 2006 and October 2023.
The record contains 17 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 13 October 2023 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: Suspension (17 issues), Tyres (14 issues), Brakes (13 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Bodywork (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 52 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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn nsr/osr (1.1.14 (a) (i))”.
PE02 AVJ Mileage History
- 09/10/200642,287 mi
- 23/07/200745,314 mi+3,027 mi
- 14/07/200850,450 mi+5,136 mi
- 06/07/200955,317 mi+4,867 mi
- 03/07/201058,746 mi+3,429 mi
- 11/07/201162,832 mi+4,086 mi
- 06/07/201266,531 mi+3,699 mi
- 08/07/201369,944 mi+3,413 mi
- 09/07/201369,956 mi+12 mi
- 16/07/201472,043 mi+2,087 mi
- 27/07/2015122,816 km
- 07/07/201678,258 mi
- 03/08/201678,261 mi+3 mi
- 08/08/201678,264 mi+3 mi
- 17/07/201780,147 mi+1,883 mi
- 03/10/201882,677 mi+2,530 mi
- 04/10/201882,677 mi
- 04/11/2019139,344 km
- 05/11/2019139,351 km+7 km
- 11/10/202186,717 mi
- 12/10/202186,727 mi+10 mi
- 17/10/202287,682 mi+955 mi
- 18/10/202287,692 mi+10 mi
- 13/10/202388,435 mi+743 mi
Average of roughly 2,713 miles per year across 24 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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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