2009 Jaguar XF 2.7L Diesel · LX09 OTC

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward structural and wear-related concerns. While it passed the most recent test in August 2025 at 86,844 miles, the tester identified significant corrosion on the rear sub-frame and thin rear brake pads. This represents a departure from the clean records seen in 2023 and 2024, indicating that the vehicle is entering a phase requiring more intensive maintenance. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 86,844 miles reflects a low average of approximately 5,100 miles per year. This low usage often leads to the degradation of rubber components and seals despite the low mechanical wear. The data shows a consistent annual testing pattern with roughly 2,000 to 3,000 miles covered between tests from 2022 and 2025. However, the long periods of standing implied by low mileage may have contributed to the sub-frame corrosion now appearing in the latest inspection. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear sub-frame to determine the extent of the corrosion noted in the 2025 test. Although the tester deemed it not seriously weakened, structural rust on Jaguar components can accelerate rapidly if not treated. The buyer should also verify the offside rear upper suspension arm bush, which was flagged as worn in 2022, to see if the wear has progressed into causing excessive movement. The braking system requires immediate attention as the rear pads were noted as wearing thin in the most recent test. Given the history of minor electrical failures, such as the headlamp and registration lamp issues in previous years, a functional check of all external lighting and bulbs is necessary to ensure no further faults have developed since the last MOT.