2009 Jaguar XF 3.0L Diesel · AF09 OJE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift towards age-related wear. The most recent test in February 2026 at 100,106 miles flagged minor wear on both the nearside and offside rear upper suspension arm pins or bushes. While these did not result in a failure, they indicate that the rubber suspension components are beginning to degrade due to age. This follows a clean record from early 2025, suggesting that components are now failing simultaneously. The recorded mileage of 100,106 miles reflects a low annual average of approximately 5,889 miles over the car's seventeen-year life. This low usage often preserves mechanical components like the engine, yet the data reveals a significant gap in activity between February 2024 and January 2025, where the car covered only 4,691 miles in nearly a year. The failure in January 2025 at 94,711 miles is telling, as all four tyres were flagged for exposed cords or uneven inner wear. This pattern suggests the vehicle likely sat for long periods or suffered from alignment issues, leading to perished rubber. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the suspension geometry and bushes. The recurring inner edge wear on the tyres from 2025 indicates a persistent alignment or negative camber issue that must be addressed. Given the new advisory on the upper suspension arm bushes in 2026, a technician should check for excessive play in the rear subframe. Furthermore, verify the structural corrosion on the chassis, as low-mileage vehicles often hide age-related rust that develops while stationary.