Jaguar X-Type: suspension MOT failures
Of the 197,873 Jaguar X-Type MOT tests in this dataset, 15.6% recorded at least one suspension failure. It shows up most on 2004 and 2005 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 4,636 | 13.8% |
| 2002 | 11,388 | 14.6% |
| 2003 | 17,097 | 14.9% |
| 2004 | 23,055 | 17.3% |
| 2005 | 24,106 | 17.7% |
| 2006 | 27,520 | 16.8% |
| 2007 | 27,616 | 16.2% |
| 2008 | 33,033 | 14.7% |
| 2009 | 28,127 | 12.8% |
| 2010 | 1,162 | 11.2% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.