2012 Jaguar XJ 3.0L Diesel · FR62 YCF
2012 Jaguar XJ (3.0L, diesel). First registered 24/10/2012. Recorded mileage 130,531 miles. MOT valid until 16/05/2027.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJ
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/05/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 130,531 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
FR62 YCF Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/05/2026
- 130,531 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
FR62 YCF Mileage History
- 17/12/201527,253 mi
- 12/01/201736,939 mi+9,686 mi
- 12/01/201736,939 mi
- 11/01/201847,111 mi+10,172 mi
- 01/05/201968,590 mi+21,479 mi
- 10/12/201976,808 mi+8,218 mi
- 12/12/202079,758 mi+2,950 mi
- 04/05/202290,759 mi+11,001 mi
- 05/05/202290,759 mi
- 10/05/202399,421 mi+8,662 mi
- 09/05/2024111,657 mi+12,236 mi
- 10/05/2024111,660 mi+3 mi
- 07/05/2025120,088 mi+8,428 mi
- 18/05/2026130,531 mi+10,443 mi
- 18/05/2026130,531 mi
Average of roughly 9,914 miles per year across 15 recorded odometer readings.
FR62 YCF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
15 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Jaguar Xj (FR62 YCF) between December 2015 and May 2026.
The record contains 11 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 18 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (11 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed nsr & osr (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
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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