2003 Jaguar X-Type 3.0L Petrol · RB53 WEN
2003 Jaguar X-Type (3.0L, petrol). First registered 30/09/2003. Recorded mileage 65,649 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/05/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/03/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 65,649 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 2967cc
RB53 WEN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 01/06/2026
- 65,649 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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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.
RB53 WEN Mileage History
- 04/03/202240,233 mi
- 28/02/202346,140 mi+5,907 mi
- 26/03/202451,797 mi+5,657 mi
- 27/05/202558,959 mi+7,162 mi
- 01/06/202665,649 mi+6,690 mi
Average of roughly 5,989 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RB53 WEN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Jaguar X-Type (RB53 WEN) between March 2022 and June 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 June 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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 Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength si”; “Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.
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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