2009 Jaguar XF 3.0L Diesel · R16 MBH
2009 Jaguar XF (3.0L, diesel). First registered 09/12/2009. Recorded mileage 139,576 miles. MOT valid until 21/09/2026.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XF
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21/09/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 139,576 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2009
- Engine
- 2993cc
R16 MBH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/09/2025
- 139,576 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: Good
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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Known faults for Jaguar Jaguar XF
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
R16 MBH Mileage History
- 06/08/2022120,368 mi
- 18/08/2023127,374 mi+7,006 mi
- 22/09/2023127,390 mi+16 mi
- 13/09/2024133,125 mi+5,735 mi
- 12/09/2025139,576 mi+6,451 mi
Average of roughly 6,192 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
R16 MBH 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 2009 Jaguar Xf (R16 MBH) between August 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: JAGUAR XF
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Sticking Rotary Gear Selector(Moderate)
The gear selector may refuse to rise or become stuck in "Park" due to solder joint failure on the PCB.
- Rear Differential Contamination & Whine(Serious)
Early XF models (up to 2009) were sent from the factory with contaminated differential oil, causing excessive wear to the pinion gear. This leads to the rear drive shafts moving around and damaging the diff seals, producing a distinctive whine or groaning sound.
- Water Pump Failure (3.0SC & 5.0 V8)(Serious)
The water pumps on 3.0 supercharged V6 and 5.0 V8 engines are prone to premature failure, sometimes lasting less than 20,000 miles. Coolant enters the bearing housing and corrodes it, causing the impeller shaft seal to wear and leak coolant externally.
- Boot Loom Wiring Failure(Moderate)
The wiring loom running into the boot flexes every time the boot is opened and closed, eventually causing the wires to fatigue and break. This disables the rear camera, boot lights, number plate lights and sometimes the rear sensors.
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