2003 Jaguar X-Type 2.1L Petrol · S44 DAE
2003 Jaguar X-Type (2.1L, petrol). First registered 30 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 90,025 miles. MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 90,025 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S44 DAE Key Findings
- 24 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/12/2025
- 90,025 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (18 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
S44 DAE 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 2003 Jaguar X-Type (S44 DAE) between September 2006 and December 2025.
The record contains 20 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 01 December 2025 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 (18 issues), Suspension (17 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 56 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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”; “Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”; “Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)”.
S44 DAE Mileage History
- 25/09/200616,850 mi
- 03/10/200723,067 mi+6,217 mi
- 19/09/200827,658 mi+4,591 mi
- 24/08/200932,482 mi+4,824 mi
- 24/08/200932,485 mi+3 mi
- 16/08/201037,139 mi+4,654 mi
- 17/08/201140,547 mi+3,408 mi
- 23/08/201247,125 mi+6,578 mi
- 29/08/201351,466 mi+4,341 mi
- 01/09/201456,305 mi+4,839 mi
- 07/09/201561,268 mi+4,963 mi
- 03/10/201666,574 mi+5,306 mi
- 04/10/201666,580 mi+6 mi
- 16/10/201770,533 mi+3,953 mi
- 22/10/201873,643 mi+3,110 mi
- 29/10/201977,150 mi+3,507 mi
- 29/10/201977,150 mi
- 10/11/202079,713 mi+2,563 mi
- 16/11/202182,052 mi+2,339 mi
- 28/11/202284,991 mi+2,939 mi
- 28/11/202387,211 mi+2,220 mi
- 27/11/202489,506 mi+2,295 mi
- 01/12/202590,025 mi+519 mi
- 01/12/202590,025 mi
Average of roughly 3,814 miles per year across 24 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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