2012 Jaguar XJ 3.0L Diesel · WWV 403
2012 Jaguar XJ (3.0L, diesel). First registered 31/05/2012. Recorded mileage 98,966 miles. MOT valid until 15/10/2026.
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 2993cc
WWV 403 Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/09/2025
- 98,966 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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WWV 403 Mileage History
- 27/09/202278,010 mi
- 03/10/202278,139 mi+129 mi
- 03/10/202386,220 mi+8,081 mi
- 17/09/202492,113 mi+5,893 mi
- 19/09/202598,966 mi+6,853 mi
Average of roughly 7,035 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WWV 403 MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Jaguar Xj (WWV 403) between September 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 19 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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 This is typically caused by torque converter clutch issues or outdated TCM software and can often be resolved with a software reflash and fresh fluid.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.