2005 Jaguar X-Type 2.0L Diesel · SB54 NJX
2005 Jaguar X-Type (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Feb 2005. Recorded mileage 140,999 miles. MOT expired on 19 Feb 2017.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Feb 2017
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (24 Feb 2017)
- Recorded Mileage
- 140,999 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SB54 NJX Key Findings
- 12 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/02/2016
- 140,999 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SB54 NJX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
12 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Jaguar X-Type (SB54 NJX) between February 2008 and February 2016.
The record contains 10 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 February 2016 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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 Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill”; “Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)”.
SB54 NJX Mileage History
- 05/02/200839,279 mi
- 14/01/200956,841 mi+17,562 mi
- 15/01/201077,010 mi+20,169 mi
- 18/01/201193,603 mi+16,593 mi
- 11/01/2012107,883 mi+14,280 mi
- 22/05/2012108,973 mi+1,090 mi
- 15/04/2013113,752 mi+4,779 mi
- 18/02/2014119,879 mi+6,127 mi
- 20/02/2014119,956 mi+77 mi
- 14/02/2015126,705 mi+6,749 mi
- 19/02/2016140,999 mi+14,294 mi
- 19/02/2016140,999 mi
Average of roughly 12,654 miles per year across 12 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: 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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