2016 Jaguar XJ 3.0L Diesel · JB51 MRB
2016 Jaguar XJ (3.0L, diesel). First registered 23 Feb 2016. Recorded mileage 149,196 miles. MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJ
- Year / Origin
- 2016
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 149,196 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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JB51 MRB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/01/2026
- 149,196 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.
JB51 MRB 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 2016 Jaguar Xj (JB51 MRB) between January 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
JB51 MRB Mileage History
- 30/01/2023101,489 mi
- 30/01/2024115,208 mi+13,719 mi
- 13/02/2025131,641 mi+16,433 mi
- 13/01/2026149,110 mi+17,469 mi
- 15/01/2026149,196 mi+86 mi
Average of roughly 16,121 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
- 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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- Air Suspension FailureSerious
Air struts leak or the compressor fails to reach pressure, leaving the car "slammed" on its bump stops.
- Door Lock & Window Regulator FailuresModerate
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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