2013 Jaguar XJ 3.0L Diesel · OY63 SMU
2013 Jaguar XJ (3.0L, diesel). First registered 27/09/2013. Recorded mileage 72,427 miles. MOT valid until 25/09/2027.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJ
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Oxford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/09/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,427 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2013
- Engine
- 2993cc
OY63 SMU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/09/2026
- 72,427 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Known faults for Jaguar Jaguar XJ (X350/X351)
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
OY63 SMU Mileage History
- 22/09/202252,913 mi
- 20/09/202357,957 mi+5,044 mi
- 26/09/202463,898 mi+5,941 mi
- 23/09/202568,656 mi+4,758 mi
- 17/09/202672,427 mi+3,771 mi
Average of roughly 4,896 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
OY63 SMU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Jaguar Xj (OY63 SMU) between September 2022 and September 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Common Problems: JAGUAR XJ
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Air Suspension Failure(Serious)
Air struts leak or the compressor fails to reach pressure, leaving the car "slammed" on its bump stops.
- Timing Chain Tensioner Wear (5.0 V8)(Serious)
Early 5.0 V8 and 3.0 supercharged V6 engines have a design flaw where the timing chain tensioner piston wears through the aluminium-backed guide over time. This causes the chain to stretch and eventually jump, which can destroy the engine. The issue is most critical on pre-2013 cars.
- Door Lock & Window Regulator Failures(Moderate)
The door lock actuators and window regulators are common failure points on the X350. Lock failures can leave doors stuck in the double-locked position, while window regulators fail with the cable-driven mechanism snapping or the motor burning out.
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