2013 Jaguar XJ 3.0L Diesel · JM53 XJL
2013 Jaguar XJ (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01/09/2013. Recorded mileage 110,788 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJ
- Year / Origin
- 2013
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 110,788 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2013
- Engine
- 2993cc
JM53 XJL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/06/2025
- 110,788 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 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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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.
JM53 XJL Mileage History
- 17/03/2023104,452 mi
- 21/03/2024107,070 mi+2,618 mi
- 30/07/2024107,075 mi+5 mi
- 30/06/2025110,781 mi+3,706 mi
- 30/06/2025110,788 mi+7 mi
Average of roughly 2,769 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
JM53 XJL 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 2013 Jaguar Xj (JM53 XJL) between March 2023 and June 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 30 June 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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.
- 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.
- 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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