2011 Jaguar XJ 5.0L Petrol · EY60 FAF

A recurring pattern of suspension bush wear, sub‑frame corrosion and tyre safety failures dominates the MOT record, with the latest 2025‑10‑07 test still flagging a dangerous rear‑tyre tread depth below the legal minimum alongside advisories for front‑lower suspension arm bushes and a near‑side headlamp product. Earlier years show the same front and rear suspension bushes repeatedly marked as worn, off‑side rear lower arm bushes recorded as excessively worn in 2024, and a rear sub‑frame consistently noted as corroded though not yet structurally compromised. Electronic faults have also appeared, notably a supplementary restraint system warning lamp in 2024 and an engine malfunction indicator lamp in 2023, indicating that the vehicle’s electronic safety systems have not been consistently reliable. At 96,304 mi the car averages roughly 6,400 mi per annum, a mileage rate that sits comfortably within typical usage for a fifteen‑year‑old Jaguar XJ. The MOT history shows an uninterrupted annual testing sequence, so there are no long gaps that would suggest prolonged storage or unrecorded high‑speed mileage spikes. The moderate annual accumulation means wear on consumables such as tyres, bushings and brakes is likely to be proportionate to the recorded miles, but the repeated advisory and failure entries suggest that certain components have been deteriorating faster than the mileage alone would predict. Prospective buyers should give particular attention to the suspension bushings: the front lower arms, off‑side rear lower arms and near‑side rear lower arm have all been flagged as worn or excessively worn. On a test drive listen for clunking or knocking over bumps, feel for any looseness in the steering column, and check for uneven tyre wear that could betray a mis‑aligned or sagging suspension. The rear sub‑frame corrosion, while not yet deemed structurally weakened, warrants a visual inspection for rust flaking, especially around mounting points, and a professional assessment of any potential impact on chassis rigidity. The dangerous rear‑tyre tread depth recorded in 2025 means the tyre must be replaced immediately; verify that all four tyres are of equal wear and have sufficient tread before committing to purchase. The electronic faults recorded – a supplementary restraint system warning lamp and an engine MIL fault – should be diagnosed with a proper scan tool before finalising the sale. A persistent SRS warning can indicate a fault in the airbag control unit or wiring, while an active MIL suggests an engine management issue that could affect performance or emissions. Confirm that both warning lights are extinguished after any remedial work, and ensure that any required software updates or component replacements are documented. A thorough pre‑purchase inspection that includes a chassis check, tyre replacement, and electronic diagnostics will be essential to bring the vehicle back to a reliable road‑worthy state.