2012 Jaguar XJ 3.0L Diesel · RAY 843
2012 Jaguar XJ (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01/09/2012. Recorded mileage 77,448 miles. MOT valid until 08/09/2027.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJ
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/09/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 77,448 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
RAY 843 Key Findings
- 16 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/09/2026
- 77,448 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 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.
RAY 843 Mileage History
- 11/08/201531,397 mi
- 19/08/201642,319 mi+10,922 mi
- 16/08/201753,288 mi+10,969 mi
- 21/08/201857,980 mi+4,692 mi
- 10/09/201962,128 mi+4,148 mi
- 18/08/202065,044 mi+2,916 mi
- 18/08/202065,044 mi
- 25/08/202168,735 mi+3,691 mi
- 01/09/202272,700 mi+3,965 mi
- 01/09/202272,700 mi
- 29/08/202375,499 mi+2,799 mi
- 29/08/202375,499 mi
- 22/08/202476,723 mi+1,224 mi
- 26/08/202577,186 mi+463 mi
- 07/09/202677,445 mi+259 mi
- 07/09/202677,448 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 4,158 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.
RAY 843 MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Jaguar Xj (RAY 843) between August 2015 and September 2026.
The record contains 12 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 07 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
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.
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