2007 Jaguar XJ 2.7L Diesel · RF07 WZN

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, but the maintenance trend shows a clear decline in basic consumable upkeep. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 124,497 miles passed, it revealed multiple advisories for three tyres worn to the legal limit and showing uneven wear. This follows a pattern established in January 2025 where a minor exhaust leak was noted. The history suggests that while the car remains mechanically operational, the current owner is deferring routine minor repairs until they become MOT failure risks. At 19 years old, the Jaguar XJ shows a relatively low average of approximately 6,552 miles per year, which is consistent with a luxury saloon used for occasional trips. However, the data reveals a significant spike in usage between February 2023 (83,587 miles) and February 2024 (102,358 miles), where nearly 19,000 miles were covered in a single year. This period of heavy use correlates with the MOT failure in February 2024, where the tester found exposed cords on both front tyres. The subsequent accumulation of roughly 22,000 miles over the following twenty-two months indicates the vehicle has returned to a higher usage cycle. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the front suspension and alignment, as the recurring edge wear on multiple tyres across three consecutive tests points toward worn bushes or incorrect camber settings. The minor offside front exhaust leak reported in early 2025 should be physically verified to ensure it has not progressed into a structural failure of the manifold or downpipe. Given the age of the vehicle and the recent high mileage interval, a detailed check for corrosion on the subframe and brake line mounting points is essential, as these areas are common points of failure for this generation of Jaguar regardless of mileage.