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MB51 MVB

2002 Jaguar X-type

Blue Petrol 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

98,182 mi
Last recorded98,182 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Jaguar X-type74,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMB51 MVB
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 98,182 miles

corrosion in offside outer sill

Pass 16 Jul 2024 95,728 miles

corrosion in nearside and offside outer sills

Pass 3 Apr 2023 92,205 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 89,054 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

Fail 2 Mar 2022 89,054 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

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

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

Pass 11 Jan 2021 87,600 miles

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

Fail 7 Jan 2021 87,600 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

Pass 22 May 2019 83,951 miles

nearside rear tyre tread worn low

Pass 25 May 2018 79,382 miles

Coolant leak level low ()

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 May 2018 79,381 miles

Brake performance not tested bald tyres (1.2.1 (g))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Headlamp aim not tested both (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak level low ()

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2017 75,314 miles

Coolant leak ()

E.M.L. light illuminated

Nearside Rear Inner tyre tread worn

Offside Rear Inner tyre tread worn

Oil leak ()

Fail 18 May 2017 75,312 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Coolant leak ()

E.M.L. light illuminated

Nearside Rear Inner tyre tread worn

Offside Rear Inner tyre tread worn

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 May 2016 69,393 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 58,901 miles

offside front tyre starting to wear on inner edge

Pass 9 May 2014 50,944 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 45,021 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 43,202 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 41,101 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 38,436 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2009 34,624 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 30,138 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 26,075 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 21,964 miles

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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MB51 MVB is a 2002 Jaguar X-type in Blue with a 2,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2002 Jaguar X-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 74,279 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MB51 MVB, 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 24 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 MB51 MVB registered?

MB51 MVB is a 2002 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 15 May 2002.

Is MB51 MVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MB51 MVB shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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