2016 Jaguar XE 2.0L Diesel · GF16 LUW

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status following a period of reactive maintenance related to consumable components. The most recent test on 28 August 2025 at 80,595 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that previous mechanical and safety issues have been addressed. This reflects a positive trend compared to the 2022 and 2023 periods where the car failed multiple tests due to avoidable wear and lighting adjustments. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. Data shows a steady progression from 35,094 miles in March 2019 to 80,595 miles in August 2025. While there was a notable gap of 14,000 miles between March 2019 and July 2020, the overall usage suggests regular operation which is generally beneficial for modern systems compared to long periods of inactivity that can degrade rubber components and cause seals. A buyer should pay close attention to the braking system inspection, as the history shows recurring issues with thin pads and pitted discs. In July 2020 at 49,031 miles, all four corners required significant attention due to wear and imbalance, followed by thin rear rear pads again in April 2022. While the recent tests are clean, the history of brake imbalance necessitates a check for uneven wear or binding calipers to ensure the current components are performing optimally under load. The record also highlights a history of neglecting basic consumables, specifically the August 2022 failure where all four tyres were found to be near the legal limit and worn on edges. This suggests previous owners only performed maintenance when prompted by MOT failures rather than on schedule. A physical inspection should verify the current tyre depth and alignment to ensure no lingering suspension issues exist, as the previous edge-wear could indicate incorrect geometry or worn suspension bushes.