2016 Jaguar XJ 3.0L Diesel · 7 ELS
2016 Jaguar XJ (3.0L, diesel). First registered 21 Mar 2016. Recorded mileage 73,424 miles. MOT valid until 15 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJ
- Year / Origin
- 2016
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 73,424 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
7 ELS Key Findings
- 10 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/02/2026
- 73,424 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Known faults for Jaguar Jaguar XJ (X350/X351)
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
7 ELS Mileage History
- 12/03/201933,543 mi
- 04/03/202051,342 mi+17,799 mi
- 25/11/202059,294 mi+7,952 mi
- 08/01/202159,297 mi+3 mi
- 15/02/202262,383 mi+3,086 mi
- 16/02/202365,907 mi+3,524 mi
- 13/02/202468,443 mi+2,536 mi
- 28/01/202571,030 mi+2,587 mi
- 28/01/202571,030 mi
- 10/02/202673,424 mi+2,394 mi
Average of roughly 5,765 miles per year across 10 recorded odometer readings.
7 ELS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
10 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Jaguar Xj (7 ELS) between March 2019 and February 2026.
The record contains 9 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 10 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”.
Common Problems: JAGUAR XJ
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Air Suspension Failure(Serious)
Air struts leak or the compressor fails to reach pressure, leaving the car "slammed" on its bump stops.
- Door Lock & Window Regulator Failures(Moderate)
The door lock actuators and window regulators are common failure points on the X350. Lock failures can leave doors stuck in the double-locked position, while window regulators fail with the cable-driven mechanism snapping or the motor burning out.
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- Air Suspension FailureSerious
Air struts leak or the compressor fails to reach pressure, leaving the car "slammed" on its bump stops.
- Door Lock & Window Regulator FailuresModerate
The door lock actuators and window regulators are common failure points on the X350. Lock failures can leave doors stuck in the double-locked position, while window regulators fail with the cable-driven mechanism snapping or the motor burning out.
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