2005 Jaguar X-Type 2.1L Petrol · WV05 VBY
2005 Jaguar X-Type (2.1L, petrol). First registered 04 May 2005. Recorded mileage 92,494 miles. MOT expired on 17 Nov 2022.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Nov 2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,494 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WV05 VBY Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/11/2021
- 92,494 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WV05 VBY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Jaguar X-Type (WV05 VBY) between April 2008 and November 2021.
The record contains 14 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 18 November 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (10 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 28 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: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
WV05 VBY Mileage History
- 23/04/200862,691 mi
- 13/10/200970,206 mi+7,515 mi
- 15/01/201172,119 mi+1,913 mi
- 14/01/201273,319 mi+1,200 mi
- 26/01/201374,196 mi+877 mi
- 21/01/201474,917 mi+721 mi
- 12/01/201575,541 mi+624 mi
- 25/01/201676,589 mi+1,048 mi
- 25/01/201676,589 mi
- 24/01/201777,831 mi+1,242 mi
- 24/01/201777,831 mi
- 23/01/201878,943 mi+1,112 mi
- 24/01/201878,962 mi+19 mi
- 23/01/201980,780 mi+1,818 mi
- 20/01/202081,885 mi+1,105 mi
- 14/08/202082,247 mi+362 mi
- 19/08/202082,249 mi+2 mi
- 10/11/202192,493 mi+10,244 mi
- 10/11/202192,493 mi
- 10/11/202192,493 mi
- 18/11/202192,494 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 2,196 miles per year across 21 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: Poor
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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