2011 Jaguar XJ 3.0L Diesel · BC11 VUD
2011 Jaguar XJ (3.0L, diesel). First registered 14/03/2011. Recorded mileage 153,897 miles. MOT valid until 05/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJ
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 153,897 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2011
- Engine
- 2993cc
BC11 VUD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/12/2025
- 153,897 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 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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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.
BC11 VUD Mileage History
- 09/11/2021143,450 mi
- 03/11/2022146,457 mi+3,007 mi
- 24/10/2023149,701 mi+3,244 mi
- 19/10/2024152,696 mi+2,995 mi
- 06/12/2025153,897 mi+1,201 mi
Average of roughly 2,565 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BC11 VUD 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 2011 Jaguar Xj (BC11 VUD) between November 2021 and December 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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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