2012 Jaguar XF 2.2L Diesel · M2 EUC

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 25 February 2026 at 97,680 miles, confirming it is currently roadworthy. However, the maintenance trend is not improving—the nearside rear tyre is worn close to the legal limit with edge wear and a nail embedded, a clear sign of deferred attention to routine upkeep. This follows a pattern of recurring front brake disc corrosion and lip wear, now documented across four consecutive tests since 2022, indicating persistent neglect of brake maintenance despite consistent annual testing. The mileage progression is consistent with average annual use for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year between tests. There are no gaps exceeding 12 months between MOTs, and the incremental increases—3,238 miles from 2022 to 2023, 2,739 from 2023 to 2024, 2,735 from 2024 to 2025, and 3,208 from 2025 to 2026—show steady, unremarkable usage without sudden spikes or long periods of inactivity. The absence of any fail entries prior to 2022 suggests the car was reasonably maintained in its earlier years, but the last four years reveal a decline in attention to critical wear items. A buyer must inspect the front brake discs and calipers in person, as the repeated advisories point to advanced corrosion and uneven wear likely caused by binding calipers or lack of regular brake fluid flushes. The inner faces of the discs are particularly vulnerable to rust in this model, and the lip wear may already compromise braking performance. The rear tyre condition demands immediate replacement, and the presence of a nail indicates possible poor storage or lack of tyre rotation. Additionally, check the condition of the rear suspension bushes and coil springs, as prolonged underuse or inconsistent maintenance can accelerate their degradation. The absence of structural corrosion advisories is positive, but inspect the wheel arches, sills, and subframe mounts for hidden rust, especially given the car’s age and the UK climate.