2015 JAGUAR XF2.2L DIESEL

The most recent MOT on 2026-02-19 was a PASS, but it recorded two defects: a rear registration plate lamp failure and a non-excessive differential oil weep. This continues a consistent pattern observed since 2024 of minor advisory-level issues—primarily tyre wear and diff weep—with no new major failures introduced in the last three tests. The trend is stable: no worsening mechanical deterioration, but also no resolution of recurring items such as edge/perished tyres or diff seepage. The vehicle has covered 45,555 miles in approximately 11 years, averaging just under 4,141 miles per year—well below typical UK annual usage of 7,000–10,000 miles. Mileage progression shows steady, low accumulation: +4,581 miles between Feb 2025 and Feb 2026, +4,173 miles between Feb 2024 and Feb 2025, +3,807 miles between Feb 2023 and Feb 2024. This suggests regular but light use, increasing the likelihood of aged rubber components (tyres, bushings, seals) rather than wear-related fatigue—consistent with the repeated advisories for perished and edge-worn tyres since 2025 and persistent diff seal weep since 2024. A buyer must inspect the rear brake pads and discs for scoring or uneven wear, given the 2023 failure due to nearside rear pad thickness below 1.5 mm; verify current pad depth and disc condition regardless of recent pass. Tyres require urgent assessment: all four show history of edge wear and perishing—check tread depth, sidewall cracking, and alignment. Inspect the rear differential housing and driveshaft seals for active leakage beyond minor weep, and examine suspension bushes, subframe mounts, and exhaust hangers for dry rot or cracking given the vehicle’s age and low-mileage profile. Confirm full functionality of all rear lamps, especially registration plate lighting, and test brake balance and pedal feel for binding calipers or degraded fluid.