2014 Jaguar XJ 3.0L Diesel · A26 CTT

The most recent MOT from September 2025 was a pass, but it flagged a minor exhaust leak and significant inner-edge wear on both front tyres. This suggests that while the car is roadworthy, there are emerging maintenance needs. There is a clear and recurring pattern of suspension and steering deterioration. In 2024, the vehicle required repairs for an insecure anti-roll bar linkage, an excessively worn upper suspension arm ball joint, and play in the steering rack inner joints. This follows a 2023 failure involving a rear track rod end with excessive play. The condition trend appears to be worsening or, at best, struggling to stay stable. Despite the repairs made in 2024, the 2025 report of tyres worn on the inner edges is a red flag; this typically indicates ongoing wheel alignment issues or failing suspension components that are causing the tyres to scrub. The recorded mileage of 150,852 is high for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging over 12,500 miles per year. This level of use explains the heavy wear seen across the steering and suspension systems and increases the likelihood that other high-wear consumables and drivetrain components are nearing the end of their service life. A buyer should prioritize a thorough inspection of the steering rack and all suspension bushings.