2012 Jaguar XJ 3.0L Diesel · PR09 PER
2012 Jaguar XJ (3.0L, diesel). First registered 30/05/2012. Recorded mileage 73,526 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJ
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Preston
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30/05/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 73,526 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 2993cc
PR09 PER Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/05/2025
- 73,526 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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PR09 PER Mileage History
- 09/05/202257,408 mi
- 12/05/202363,300 mi+5,892 mi
- 28/05/202468,711 mi+5,411 mi
- 29/05/202573,523 mi+4,812 mi
- 31/05/202573,526 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 5,266 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
PR09 PER 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 2012 Jaguar Xj (PR09 PER) between May 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 31 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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.
- ZF Gearbox Surging & Lurch(Moderate)
The ZF six-speed automatic gearbox can develop surging on light throttle at 30-50mph and harsh lurching into gear when coming to a stop. This is typically caused by torque converter clutch issues or outdated TCM software and can often be resolved with a software reflash and fresh fluid.
- 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.