2011 Jaguar XJ 5.0L Petrol · CL05 XJR
2011 Jaguar XJ (5.0L, petrol). First registered 07/06/2011. Recorded mileage 95,463 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJ
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/07/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 95,463 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 5.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2011
- Engine
- 5000cc
CL05 XJR Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 11/08/2025
- 95,463 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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.
CL05 XJR Mileage History
- 06/07/202273,500 mi
- 20/07/202380,524 mi+7,024 mi
- 23/07/202488,010 mi+7,486 mi
- 11/08/202595,463 mi+7,453 mi
Average of roughly 7,085 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
CL05 XJR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Jaguar Xj (CL05 XJR) between July 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 11 August 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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 This is typically caused by torque converter clutch issues or outdated TCM software and can often be resolved with a software reflash and fresh fluid.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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