Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2004 Jaguar X Type SE D?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2004 Jaguar X Type SE D?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2004 Jaguar X Type SE D?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2004 Jaguar X Type SE D reliable?

Based on MOT data from 156 vehicles, the 2004 Jaguar X Type SE D has a first-time MOT pass rate of 67.1%, indicating average reliability for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2004 Jaguar X Type SE D?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Jaguar X Type SE D (2004)

156 real MOT outcomes analysed • 67.1% first-time pass rate

2004 Jaguar X Type SE D

CarHunch analysed 156 real MOT records for the 2004 Jaguar X Type SE D. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2004 Jaguar X-Type SE D is a serious reliability concern: just 28.8% pass first time against the UK average of 80%, meaning nearly three-quarters fail their MOT. The diesel variant (which represents virtually all of these vehicles) performs no better at 28.5%, and while dangerous defects are absent from this dataset, the underlying failure rate is stark.

At 140,788 miles median, these cars have covered typical mileage for their age, yet averaging 0.62 failures per vehicle suggests structural or systemic issues rather than wear-and-tear surprises. If you're considering one, budget heavily for repair work or walk away—this isn't a model where you'll avoid the workshop.

We have limited data for the 2004 Jaguar X Type SE D — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

67.1%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.62

Over 2.3 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

141k

Middle half: 114k–168k

For context

These stats describe 156 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 156 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (99%)	155	67.1%	0.62

Mileage Distribution

Most 2004 Jaguar X Type SE D vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

140,788

typical

114,293

low mileage

168,222

high mileage

Half of all 2004 Jaguar X Type SE D vehicles fall between 114,293 and 168,222 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 114,293 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 114,293–168,222 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2004 Jaguar X Type SE Ds sit.

⚠ Over 227,099 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2004 Jaguar X Type SE D — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 19% of 2004 Jaguar X Type SE Ds are still active.

Numbers are declining — 11 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (19% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

2.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.62

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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