2010 Jaguar XJ 3.0L Diesel · L500 SCS
2010 Jaguar XJ (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2010. Recorded mileage 136,736 miles. MOT expired on 06 May 2022.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJ
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 May 2022
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (15 Dec 2022)
- Recorded Mileage
- 136,736 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
L500 SCS Key Findings
- 17 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/05/2021
- 136,736 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (23 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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.
L500 SCS Mileage History
- 03/05/201318,885 mi
- 10/06/201320,231 mi+1,346 mi
- 03/01/201433,572 mi+13,341 mi
- 03/01/201433,572 mi
- 10/06/201444,873 mi+11,301 mi
- 10/06/201444,873 mi
- 28/10/201450,690 mi+5,817 mi
- 29/10/201450,690 mi
- 27/04/201562,586 mi+11,896 mi
- 27/04/201562,578 mi-8 mi
- 04/06/201565,110 mi+2,532 mi
- 29/11/201577,152 mi+12,042 mi
- 16/03/2017100,055 mi+22,903 mi
- 28/02/2019108,106 mi+8,051 mi
- 03/03/2020187,019 km
- 03/03/2020187,019 km
- 07/05/2021136,736 mi
Average of roughly 14,711 miles per year across 17 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
L500 SCS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
17 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Jaguar Xj (L500 SCS) between May 2013 and May 2021.
The record contains 12 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 07 May 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (23 issues), Brakes (11 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Steering (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”; “Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)”; “Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)”.
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.
- Timing Chain Tensioner Wear (5.0 V8)(Serious)
Early 5.0 V8 and 3.0 supercharged V6 engines have a design flaw where the timing chain tensioner piston wears through the aluminium-backed guide over time. This causes the chain to stretch and eventually jump, which can destroy the engine. The issue is most critical on pre-2013 cars.
- ZF Gearbox Surging & Lurch(Moderate)
The ZF six-speed automatic gearbox can develop surging on light throttle at 30-50mph and harsh lurching into gear when coming to a stop. This is typically caused by torque converter clutch issues or outdated TCM software and can often be resolved with a software reflash and fresh fluid.
- 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.
- Timing Chain Tensioner Wear (5.0 V8)Serious
Early 5.0 V8 and 3.0 supercharged V6 engines have a design flaw where the timing chain tensioner piston wears through the aluminium-backed guide over time. This causes the chain to stretch and eventually jump, which can destroy the engine. The issue is most critical on pre-2013 cars.
- ZF Gearbox Surging & LurchModerate
The ZF six-speed automatic gearbox can develop surging on light throttle at 30-50mph and harsh lurching into gear when coming to a stop. This is typically caused by torque converter clutch issues or outdated TCM software and can often be resolved with a software reflash and fresh fluid.
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