2009 Jaguar XF 2.7L Diesel · LX09 OTE

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding suspension wear. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 130,819 miles identified new issues with the front offside and nearside lower suspension arm bushes, the recurring nature of arm bush degradation across all four corners indicates that the rubber components throughout the chassis are failing systematically. The presence of a non-excessive front oil leak and an insecure bumper suggests that minor mechanical and cosmetic defects are being monitored rather than addressed proactively. At 130,819 miles, the Jaguar has averaged approximately 7,700 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a seventeen-year-old luxury saloon. There is a notable two-year gap between the August 2022 test and the April 2024 test, during which the vehicle covered 11,237 miles. This interval shows consistent use, yet the repeated reports of tyres worn to the legal limit in 2021 and 2022 suggest that the owner frequently neglected basic consumable maintenance until prompted by an testing rather than performing regular service intervals. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the entire suspension assembly, as the tester has flagged worn bushes on every arm consistently over the last three years. The front oil leak noted in 2026 requires a close look to determine if it originates from a simple seal or a more costly gasket failure. Given the recurring windscreen damage spanning 2025 and 2026, the integrity of the glass assembly should be checked for cracks that may eventually compromise safety. Furthermore, the rear brake pads which were thin in early 2024 should be verified to ensure they have been replaced since that inspection.