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BG56 MKC

2006 Jaguar X-type

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

75,571 mi
Last recorded75,571 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Jaguar X-type86,173 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 MKC
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 75,571 miles

general corrosion to vehicle underside and exposed components

Pass 1 Aug 2024 118,457 miles

Underside and components corroded

Pass 16 Aug 2023 68,461 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2023 68,457 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire from engine area (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2022 63,735 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2022 63,735 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 59,278 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2021 59,267 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 59,236 miles

underside corroded and heavily undersealed, unable to check properly. rear subframe and suspension arms heavily corroded

Fail 10 Jul 2020 59,220 miles

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Both outer sills corroded and holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding unable to check wheel bearings (1.2.1 (f))

Rear subframe and suspension arms heavily corroded

Underside corroded and heavily undersealed, unable to check properly

Pass 17 Jul 2019 59,123 miles

undersealed at time of test

Pass 20 Jul 2018 58,732 miles

vehicle undersealed at time of test

Pass 21 Jul 2017 56,983 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 55,818 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 53,185 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 50,034 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 45,784 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 39,385 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2011 39,385 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 33,685 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 28,549 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 4 Nov 2009 28,549 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

How Reliable is the Jaguar X-type?

Based on 1,912,556 MOT tests across 119,397 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
5,891
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
119,397
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 68,260
Brake pipe excessively corroded 38,516
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 38,107
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31,691
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 30,052
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BG56 MKC is a 2006 Jaguar X-type in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2006 Jaguar X-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 86,173 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Jaguar X-type fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 68,260 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG56 MKC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar X-type typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 20 years old, this Jaguar X-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG56 MKC registered?

BG56 MKC is a 2006 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 8 November 2006.

Is BG56 MKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG56 MKC shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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