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Every vehicle identification number became mandatory in 1981, when the ISO Institute standardized this 17-character system. Our VIN decoder reveals specific information about your car's VIN specs, recall status, and manufacturing details instantly. Note that older cars manufactured before this standardization may have different numbering systems.
Decoding your specific vehicle takes just seconds with our streamlined process.
Your vehicle identification number appears in multiple locations.
| Key Risk | Impact on Buyers | Mitigation Steps |
|---|---|---|
| Theft Risk | US thefts dropped ~17% in 2024 from 2023 (~850k vehicles) | Verify VIN history. Install an anti-theft device |
| Unrepaired Safety Recalls | JLR issued 5 recall campaigns in Q2 2024 | Use the VIN to check the NHTSA recall status |
| Depreciation Over Time | Luxury depreciation averages ~30% in the first 3 years | Use EpicVIN to compare similar-age resale values |
| Odometer Rollback Fraud | Rollbacks affect about 1% of luxury imports | Compare DMV mileage records with auction photos |
| Hidden Flood or Salvage History | ~800 Jaguars are listed in salvage auctions now | Review timeline & damage photos via EpicVIN history |
Risk Reduction: To minimize risks: Always verify VIN history for accidents, liens, and odometer rollback. Use official sources and photo archives.
| Issue | Affected Models, Symptoms, Average Repair Cost |
|---|---|
| Transmission Leaks | XF & XJ (2009–2015); fluid smell, leak under the car. ~$2,500–$4,000 |
| Air Suspension Failures | XJ & XF (2010–2016); sagging rear, compressor replacement. ~$1,200–$1,800 |
| Supercharger Failure | F-Type & XK (2012–2017, ~60k–100k mi); whining, overheating. ~$3,000–$5,000 |
Each character in your vehicle's unique sequence tells a specific story.
There are some other details that Jaguar owners and buyers should know:
VINs with the character "G" in position 12 often denote AWD configuration.
Here's how our VIN decoder interprets a sample sequence (SADCJ2BV2HA094987):
| Symbols | Sample | What It Reveals |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | S | The United Kingdom as the country of origin |
| 2 | A | Jaguar as a manufacturer |
| 3 | D | Passenger car vehicle type |
| 4-8 | CJ2BV | Sedan body style, engine type, restraint system, model line, and trim level |
| 9 | 2 | Check digit for validation |
| 10 | H | 2017 model year |
| 11 | A | Castle Bromwich, UK assembly plant |
| 12-17 | 094987 | Individual vehicle serial number |
Year 2005
Make Jaguar
Model X-Type
Fuel Type
Engine 3L
Made in ENGLAND
Extract detailed information from every character with our Jaguar VIN decoder.
Our NMVTIS feed gives verified title, lien, and mileage data - trusted for every VIN query.— Alex Black, CMO, EpicVIN
Check the windshield, dashboard, driver's door post, engine bay firewall, or registration documents for your sequence.
Model year codes before 1999 indicate pre-Ford production, while newer VINs show post-Ford manufacturing periods.
Yes, specific equipment codes in positions 4-8 identify adaptive dynamics and performance suspension packages installed.
Market destination codes and emissions equipment specifications in the VIN confirm original U.S. intended distribution.
Fleet designations appear in trim codes, though detailed service history requires full vehicle history reports.
Contact the NHTSA website or use our updated recall lookup to verify if your specific vehicle falls within the affected ranges.
Position 10 indicates model year, but production dates may vary from calendar years in some cases.
Equipment sequences identify Brembo brakes, performance calipers, and upgraded brake system configurations from the factory.
Our database cross-references recall campaigns with repair completion status when available through official channels.
Market destination and regional codes typically indicate steering configuration, though some sequences require additional verification.
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