2010 Jaguar XJ 3.0L Diesel · OV60 XVX

The most recent MOT on 2025-08-19 showed the vehicle passed with minor issues: split rear track control rod dust covers, light oil misting on front shock absorbers, and tyres worn close to legal limits. These indicate ongoing wear on suspension and tyre components, though no critical failures were recorded. A recurring pattern of tyre wear is evident, with multiple mentions of inner edge wear on front and rear tyres since 2022. This suggests potential alignment issues, uneven tyre pressure, or suspension misalignment. The 2022 MOT also highlighted thin front brake pads (under 1.5mm), which were addressed by 2023, but rear brake pads were again noted as thin in 2023. This implies consistent brake system wear, possibly due to driving habits or underlying mechanical stress. The trend shows some improvement: the 2025 MOT had fewer critical issues compared to the 2022 failure, which included multiple tyre and brake problems. However, the persistence of tyre wear and suspension-related defects (e.g., shock absorber oil misting) indicates ongoing maintenance needs. No major safety risks were flagged in the latest test, but the vehicle’s age and mileage suggest components may be nearing end-of-life. With 129,832 miles over 16 years (roughly 8,114 miles annually), the mileage is typical for the vehicle’s age.