2012 Jaguar XJ 3.0L Diesel · CS02 SEC
2012 Jaguar XJ (3.0L, diesel). First registered 22/03/2012. Recorded mileage 149,199 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJ
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Swansea
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 149,199 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 2993cc
CS02 SEC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/07/2025
- 149,199 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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CS02 SEC Mileage History
- 10/10/2023147,002 mi
- 17/04/2024147,674 mi+672 mi
- 18/04/2024147,676 mi+2 mi
- 09/07/2025149,163 mi+1,487 mi
- 18/07/2025149,199 mi+36 mi
Average of roughly 1,240 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
CS02 SEC 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 2012 Jaguar Xj (CS02 SEC) between October 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 18 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures 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.
- 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 This is typically caused by torque converter clutch issues or outdated TCM software and can often be resolved with a software reflash and fresh fluid.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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