2010 Jaguar XF 3.0L Diesel · J21 KAH

A strikingly clean DVSA record supports this 2010 Jaguar XF from a roadworthiness perspective, with no advisories or defects noted across the entire recorded MOT history. The most recent test on 14 May 2025 returned a straightforward pass, and a look back through the prior three annual tests confirms a consistent pattern of clean passes in 2024 and 2023. Interestingly, the vehicle has recorded two failed attempts in 2024 and 2025, but both failures were followed immediately by passes within days, and crucially no defects were recorded against either failure. This pattern often points to a tester refusing to issue a certificate until a minor rectification was carried out, or a vehicle being presented before a previous advisory had been fully addressed, rather than any underlying structural or systemic mechanical concern. The overall trajectory is therefore one of stable, consistent roadworthiness rather than any worsening trend. With 93,781 miles accumulated over sixteen years, this XF has averaged around 5,860 miles annually, which sits well below the typical mileage for a premium executive saloon of this era. Such restrained usage tends to preserve major drivetrain components and reduce wear on internal engine and transmission parts, but it can also mask issues that arise from prolonged standing rather than active use. Brake discs and pads can suffer from surface corrosion through lack of regular operation, rubber suspension components such as bushes and gaiters can deteriorate from inactivity, and undertrays or ancillary brackets may show oxidation in areas that do not see regular airflow. The recorded mileage progression between tests suggests the vehicle has been used steadily enough to keep systems active rather than left dormant for extended periods, which is reassuring given the low annual figure. For a prospective buyer, the absence of advisories means there are no specific flagged components to investigate directly from the MOT history, but a careful test drive remains essential given the mileage profile. On the road, pay particular attention to the brake pedal feel, as light, occasional use often leads to a slightly corroded disc surface that manifests as an initial judder or vibration under the first firm application, which usually clears once the corrosion is swept away. Listen for any clonks or knocks from the front suspension when traversing speed bumps or uneven surfaces, as the XF's aluminium multi-link front suspension can develop wear in the lower wishbone bushes and anti-roll bar drop links well before the mileage would normally indicate. Steering should remain precise and self-centring without any vagueness through the straight-ahead, and any pulling to one side under steady braking on a level road would warrant further inspection of the caliper slide pins or pad retraction. Under the bonnet, with the engine running from cold, listen for any timing chain chatter or rattle on initial start-up, a known sensitivity on the 3.0 V6 diesel variant of this model, and watch for any excessive smoke from the exhaust that settles into a clean idle. The ZF six-speed automatic transmission should change smoothly through the gears without any harsh clunks or delays when moving off from stationary, and a fluid level check on the dipstick (accessible via the underbonnet service panel) should show clean, red ATF rather than darkened or burnt-smelling oil. Finally, inspect the underside closely for any signs of oil misting around the sump, coolant residue near the radiator or expansion tank, and condition of the lower control arms and rear subframe mounting points, as corrosion in these areas is the most common reason an otherwise sound XF of this age might fail an MOT in future. A pre-purchase inspection by a specialist familiar with Jaguar products would be a prudent investment given the vehicle's age, even with an unblemished official test record.