2009 Jaguar XF 3.0L Diesel · GU09 KXC

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in July 2024 at 147,221 miles showed a pass following a failure just one day prior for lighting issues and brake disc condition. While the car currently meets minimum standards, the recurring nature of the rear brake faults across multiple years suggests that the owner has only addressed components once they reached the point of failure or significant advisory threshold. At 147,221 miles over 17 years, the Jaguar has averaged approximately 8,660 miles per year, which aligns with typical annual usage for a luxury executive saloon of this age. The data shows consistent movement, with roughly 7,100 miles covered between July 2022 and July 2023, and another 5,100 miles recorded in the year leading up to the latest MOT. This steady mileage suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, which helps explain against the accelerated surface corrosion noted on the inner rear brake components. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the rear braking system, as the record consistently flags worn, pitted discs and thin inner pads from 2022, 2023, and 2024. The persistent corrosion on the inner faces of the discs indicates either low use of the rear brakes or a sticking caliper piston. Furthermore, the 2023 failure regarding tyre tread and edge wear necessitates a check of the current alignment to ensure no further uneven wear is occurring. Given the age and mileage, a thorough check of the suspension bushings and structural integrity is also required, as these are common failure points for the XF platform that are not always captured by standard MOT testing.