2009 Jaguar XJ 3.0L Petrol · GS09 EFS
2009 Jaguar XJ (3.0L, petrol). First registered 02/03/2009. Recorded mileage 64,879 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJ
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Canterbury
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/02/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 64,879 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 2967cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
GS09 EFS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/02/2025
- 64,879 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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GS09 EFS Mileage History
- 31/01/202257,313 mi
- 19/01/202361,905 mi+4,592 mi
- 20/01/202361,910 mi+5 mi
- 25/01/202464,218 mi+2,308 mi
- 17/02/202564,879 mi+661 mi
Average of roughly 2,482 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GS09 EFS 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 2009 Jaguar Xj (GS09 EFS) between January 2022 and February 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 February 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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.
- Aluminum Corrosion (X350)(Moderate)
Although it won’t rust like steel, the X350 suffers from galvanic corrosion, appearing as bubbling paint around the wheel arches and boot lid.
- 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.