The X-Type was codenamed X400, launched in 2001 to compete in the compact executive class dominated by the rear-wheel drive BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class, despite Ford/Jaguar having no directly competitive platform.

Instead, the X-type used a modified version of the front-drive Ford CD132 platform shared with the contemporary Ford Mondeo.

Perhaps unfairly compared to a Mondeo, they offer Jaguar refinements with the backbone of a Ford.

Great buys! First registered on 15th November 2001, and in the hands of the current keeper for some 17 years, this ‘one former keeper’ Jaguar X-Type is finished in Blue Metallic (thought to be Adriatic Blue) with a Black leather interior.

Powered by the smooth 2495cc V6 petrol engine paired with a 5‑speed manual gearbox.

It wears 10-spoke alloy wheels shod with matching Pirelli tyres with interior options including air conditioning, pale wood trim and leather.

Condition-wise, on the exterior there is a scuff on the rear right bumper (about ...