2005 Jaguar X-Type 2.5L Petrol · RJ05 LLM
2005 Jaguar X-Type (2.5L, petrol). First registered 31 Mar 2005. Recorded mileage 109,466 miles. MOT valid until 05 Oct 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 109,466 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RJ05 LLM Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/10/2026
- 109,466 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RJ05 LLM 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 2005 Jaguar X-Type (RJ05 LLM) between March 2008 and October 2026.
The record contains 18 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 02 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (13 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 30 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: “Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))”; “Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
RJ05 LLM Mileage History
- 19/03/200827,144 mi
- 19/03/200933,949 mi+6,805 mi
- 12/03/201041,397 mi+7,448 mi
- 12/03/201041,397 mi
- 09/03/201150,622 mi+9,225 mi
- 07/03/201262,246 mi+11,624 mi
- 05/12/201267,474 mi+5,228 mi
- 19/11/201373,416 mi+5,942 mi
- 19/11/201478,532 mi+5,116 mi
- 19/11/201478,532 mi
- 16/11/201582,673 mi+4,141 mi
- 11/11/201686,209 mi+3,536 mi
- 09/11/201790,017 mi+3,808 mi
- 22/11/201894,587 mi+4,570 mi
- 23/11/201894,588 mi+1 mi
- 28/10/201998,146 mi+3,558 mi
- 27/10/202099,154 mi+1,008 mi
- 18/10/202199,845 mi+691 mi
- 07/10/2024100,258 mi+413 mi
- 12/09/2025103,982 mi+3,724 mi
- 25/09/2026109,381 mi+5,399 mi
- 02/10/2026109,466 mi+85 mi
Average of roughly 4,441 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: Good
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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