2017 Jaguar F-Pace 3.0L Diesel · OV67 RKX

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT test on 26 November 2025, marking a continuous run of passes since first presentation in this recorded history. However, the latest test carries two steering-related advisories that warrant careful attention. A slight play in the nearside front track rod end ball joint, combined with play in the steering rack inner joints on both sides, suggests the steering rack assembly and its linkages are beginning to show meaningful wear. On a vehicle approaching 100,000 miles, these advisories are indicative of progressive deterioration rather than a one-off finding. The overall maintenance trend appears broadly stable in terms of test outcomes, but the steering components represent a developing concern that should not be overlooked when negotiating price or planning near-term expenditure. Annual mileage of roughly 10,794 miles is broadly consistent with typical usage for a nine-year-old F-PACE, and the recorded progression from 2020 through to 2025 shows steady, incremental gains each year rather than any unusual gaps or sudden accumulation. This continuity suggests the vehicle has been in regular use, which is generally positive for keeping seals, brakes, drivetrain and suspension lubricated and functional. There are no extended standing periods visible in the mileage profile, so risks associated with prolonged inactivity such as seized calipers, perished brake seals or severe underbody corrosion are likely reduced, though not eliminated given the passage of nine winters. The mileage does place this F-PACE firmly in higher-wear territory for consumables and major chassis components. The recurring advisories across multiple tests reveal a consistent pattern of front-end wear. Front brake disc pitting or scoring was noted in both 2021 and 2022, with rear discs also flagged in 2021, accompanied by rear brake pads reported as wearing thin. On a test drive, listen for brake shudder under heavy application, which would indicate lipped or unevenly worn discs, and watch for pulling to one side or a soft pedal. The 2024 test showed all four tyres worn close to the legal limit, with the nearside rear recorded at approximately 1.7mm of remaining tread, suggesting the vehicle may have been near replacement at that point. Uneven or rapid tyre wear on a Jaguar F-PACE can point towards misalignment, worn suspension bushes, or geometry issues that should be inspected at a specialist. The latest steering rack and track rod end advisories suggest that such geometry concerns may already be developing, and any clunking from the front end over speed humps or during low-speed turning, vague steering response, or uneven tyre wear across an axle would confirm the need for prompt attention to the steering and suspension system. Beyond the recorded advisories, a prospective buyer should undertake additional age- and mileage-appropriate physical checks. Confirm the tyre manufacturing date codes on any fitted tyres, as rubber compounds degrade with age regardless of tread depth and a 2017 vehicle may still be running its original or near-original rubber in some cases. Check the condition of all fluid including brake fluid, coolant, and the automatic transmission fluid, as Jaguar specifies time-based replacement intervals that may have been overlooked. Inspect the 12V battery health, given that the vehicle is now nine years old and battery failures become increasingly common beyond the five-year mark. Verify a fully stamped service history, ideally from a Jaguar specialist, paying particular attention to cambelt or timing chain inspections, transfer box and differential oil changes, and any work relating to the known F-PACE concerns with AdBlue system, dual mass flywheel, and coolant leaks. Finally, on a thorough test drive, ensure the engine bay warning lights illuminate and extinguish correctly, the automatic transmission shifts smoothly through all ranges, and the four-wheel-drive system engages without excess binding on tight turns, which could indicate worn transfer box components.