2002 Jaguar X-Type 2.1L Petrol · PL02 CVA

The Jaguar X-Type presents a mixed roadworthiness picture. The most recent test on 5 January 2022 recorded a failure at 95,974 miles, yet the DVSA entry lists no defects, which points to an administrative or presentation anomaly rather than a clear mechanical fault. Prior to that, the vehicle passed cleanly on 6 August 2020 at 93,294 miles, 20 August 2019 at 90,527 miles, and 28 August 2018 at 88,925 miles, following an earlier failure on 15 August 2018 at 88,924 miles that also carried no recorded defects. The trend is broadly stable with no escalating advisories, though the unexplained failures warrant caution. The odometer shows 95,974 miles against a 2002 build date, an average of roughly 4,000 miles per year. The gap between the August 2018 tests and the January 2022 failure spans over three years for only 7,050 miles, suggesting extended periods of little use or storage. Such low annual mileage on a 24-year-old vehicle often means rubber components, suspension bushes, and brake calipers degrade through age and standing rather than friction wear. The clean pass history from 2018 to 2020 indicates the previous keeper addressed basic statutory requirements, but the two defect-free failures imply paperwork or presentation issues rather than neglected consumables. A buyer should physically verify the reason for the January 2022 failure despite the empty defect field, as the DVLA record offers no technical clue. Given the age and low use, inspect rear coil springs for fracture, check brake discs for corrosion and binding calipers from inactivity, and examine subframe and sills for structural rust. The X-Type's IRS rear suspension is prone to worn bushes that a static MOT may miss if not properly loaded. Confirm the car has not been off the road since early 2022, as a four-year gap to today's date leaves suspension seals, tyres, and fuel system vulnerable. Seek evidence of regular start-up and moisture control during any dormant period before committing to purchase.