2005 Jaguar X-Type 2.5L Petrol · SY55 XWM
2005 Jaguar X-Type (2.5L, petrol). First registered 13 Dec 2005. Recorded mileage 95,581 miles. MOT expired on 27 Jan 2026.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Inverness
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Jan 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 95,581 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SY55 XWM Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/01/2025
- 95,581 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (27 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SY55 XWM 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 (SY55 XWM) between December 2008 and January 2025.
The record contains 17 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 28 January 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (27 issues), Lighting (16 issues), Brakes (14 issues), Bodywork (8 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 74 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: “Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm o”; “Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm ”; “Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))”.
SY55 XWM Mileage History
- 08/12/200835,612 mi
- 11/12/200940,412 mi+4,800 mi
- 13/12/201045,099 mi+4,687 mi
- 29/11/201150,525 mi+5,426 mi
- 07/12/201255,036 mi+4,511 mi
- 03/12/201359,547 mi+4,511 mi
- 01/12/201463,150 mi+3,603 mi
- 27/11/201566,731 mi+3,581 mi
- 24/10/201669,700 mi+2,969 mi
- 09/10/201778,521 mi+8,821 mi
- 12/10/201778,521 mi
- 17/10/201884,659 mi+6,138 mi
- 19/10/201884,659 mi
- 08/10/201988,363 mi+3,704 mi
- 14/10/201988,370 mi+7 mi
- 15/10/202089,223 mi+853 mi
- 15/10/202089,223 mi
- 06/10/202190,954 mi+1,731 mi
- 21/10/202292,874 mi+1,920 mi
- 16/12/202292,901 mi+27 mi
- 28/11/202393,945 mi+1,044 mi
- 28/01/202595,581 mi+1,636 mi
Average of roughly 3,716 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: 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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