2013 Jaguar XJ 3.0L Diesel · BU13 VPC
2013 Jaguar XJ (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2013. Recorded mileage 114,108 miles. MOT valid until 18/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJ
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Birmingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 114,108 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2013
- Engine
- 2993cc
BU13 VPC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/03/2026
- 114,108 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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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.
BU13 VPC Mileage History
- 09/11/202174,245 mi
- 22/10/202279,937 mi+5,692 mi
- 01/12/202396,132 mi+16,195 mi
- 05/12/202396,238 mi+106 mi
- 19/03/2026114,108 mi+17,870 mi
Average of roughly 9,152 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BU13 VPC 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 2013 Jaguar Xj (BU13 VPC) between November 2021 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 19 March 2026 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.
- 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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