2017 Jaguar F-Pace 3.0L Diesel · DB13 RAT

Recurring issues with tyre integrity and braking components define the recent mechanical profile of this vehicle, with the most recent test on 27 November 2025 resulting in a pass following a failure for a major defect regarding a cut in the offside rear tyre. The record shows a trend of consumables reaching the end of their service life, moving from tyre damage and underinflation in late 2023 to track rod end play in 2024, and most recently thin rear brake pads recorded as an advisory. This sequence of failures and advisories suggests that while the vehicle is maintaining roadworthiness, specific attention is required for wear-related items. The recorded mileage of 93,305 miles over approximately nine years equates to an annual average of roughly 10,367 miles, which represents a typical usage pattern for a vehicle of this age. This consistent level of mileage suggests steady road use rather than long periods of stagnation or excessive high-speed motorway transit. Mechanically, this level of accumulation means that components such as suspension bushes, steering linkages, and braking systems are subject to standard wear and tear, which is reflected in the documented advisories regarding track rod ends and brake pad thickness. A prospective buyer should pay close attention to the steering and suspension during a test drive, specifically listening for any knocks or knocks over bumps that could indicate the play previously noted in the nearside front track rod end ball joint has progressed. The presence of an oil leak advisory from 2021, noted as not excessive but present on the undertray, warrants a visual inspection of the engine bay and underside to see if any oil misting or active weeping has developed or persisted. Any signs of fresh oil on the engine block or around seals should be investigated to determine if the leak has remained static or increased. Regarding the braking system, the advisory for thin rear brake pads in late 2025 necessitates a check for any pedal judder or changes in braking feel that might suggest uneven wear or binding calipers. Given the recent failure for a tyre with a cut reaching the cords, the condition of all four tyres should be scrutinised for sidewall damage or uneven tread wear, which could point to underlying alignment issues. Ensuring the registration plates now conform to legal requirements following the 2024 failure is also a necessary verification for road legality.