2005 Jaguar X-Type 2.0L Diesel · WV05 VCN
2005 Jaguar X-Type (2.0L, diesel). First registered 29 Apr 2005. Recorded mileage 141,905 miles. MOT expired on 13 May 2025.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 13 May 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 141,905 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WV05 VCN Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/05/2024
- 141,905 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WV05 VCN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Jaguar X-Type (WV05 VCN) between April 2008 and May 2024.
The record contains 17 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 May 2024 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 (9 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 20 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 Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)”.
WV05 VCN Mileage History
- 04/04/200844,522 mi
- 18/03/200955,429 mi+10,907 mi
- 22/02/201060,310 mi+4,881 mi
- 24/02/201165,258 mi+4,948 mi
- 12/03/201269,877 mi+4,619 mi
- 14/03/2013117,869 mi+47,992 mi
- 14/03/2013117,890 mi+21 mi
- 10/03/201477,012 mi-40,878 mi
- 10/03/201581,173 mi+4,161 mi
- 08/03/201685,762 mi+4,589 mi
- 16/03/201788,770 mi+3,008 mi
- 22/03/201891,210 mi+2,440 mi
- 16/03/201997,165 mi+5,955 mi
- 13/03/2020103,881 mi+6,716 mi
- 19/03/2021112,441 mi+8,560 mi
- 11/03/2022124,384 mi+11,943 mi
- 24/02/2023131,707 mi+7,323 mi
- 03/03/2023131,835 mi+128 mi
- 15/05/2024141,905 mi+10,070 mi
Average of roughly 6,044 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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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