2003 Jaguar X-Type 2.1L Petrol · Y60 GEL
2003 Jaguar X-Type (2.1L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 85,770 miles. MOT expired on 25 Mar 2026.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR X-TYPE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 25 Mar 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,770 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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Y60 GEL Key Findings
- 23 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/03/2025
- 85,770 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
Y60 GEL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
23 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Jaguar X-Type (Y60 GEL) between August 2006 and March 2025.
The record contains 19 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 20 March 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 (12 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 21 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 Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush lower arm (2.4.G.2)”; “Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)”.
Y60 GEL Mileage History
- 30/08/20067,900 mi
- 30/08/200712,312 mi+4,412 mi
- 31/08/200712,315 mi+3 mi
- 15/08/200814,306 mi+1,991 mi
- 20/08/200916,540 mi+2,234 mi
- 10/08/201017,970 mi+1,430 mi
- 23/08/201120,713 mi+2,743 mi
- 22/08/201229,709 mi+8,996 mi
- 06/09/201333,428 mi+3,719 mi
- 22/08/201440,557 mi+7,129 mi
- 03/09/201544,938 mi+4,381 mi
- 17/08/201651,685 mi+6,747 mi
- 06/09/201757,238 mi+5,553 mi
- 07/09/201757,240 mi+2 mi
- 31/08/201861,132 mi+3,892 mi
- 05/09/201966,147 mi+5,015 mi
- 02/03/202168,031 mi+1,884 mi
- 15/03/202271,401 mi+3,370 mi
- 16/03/202374,277 mi+2,876 mi
- 20/03/202374,355 mi+78 mi
- 26/03/202480,207 mi+5,852 mi
- 20/03/202585,770 mi+5,563 mi
- 20/03/202585,770 mi
Average of roughly 4,197 miles per year across 23 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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