2013 Jaguar F-Type 3.0L Petrol · S13 SAU

The Jaguar F-Type presents a mixed but recently improving mechanical picture. The most recent test, conducted on 26 March 2026 at 63,016 miles, resulted in a clean pass with only a minor advisory for a shallow cut in the offside front tyre sidewall. This is a significant step forward from the 2025 test, which was also entirely defect-free, suggesting the current custodian has addressed the corrosion issues that plagued the car in earlier years. The maintenance trend over the last two tests is clearly improving, though the underlying history reveals a vehicle that was neglected structurally before its recent turnaround. Mileage accumulation tells a story of very light use punctuated by a notable gap. Between the October 2022 test at 56,650 miles and the March 2024 test at 58,000 miles, the car covered just 1,350 miles over roughly seventeen months, indicating a prolonged period of minimal use or storage. Annual mileage has averaged approximately 4,847 miles across its thirteen-year life, which is exceptionally low for a performance grand tourer. Such low mileage can mask wear, as long stationary periods often accelerate rubber perishing, brake surface corrosion, and fluid degradation that steady use would otherwise mitigate. The 2024 test at 58,000 miles exposed serious structural corrosion that demands attention. All four coil springs were flagged for corrosion, and three brake pipes were corroded and contaminated with grease or debris. The rear sub-frame also showed corrosion, though the tester deemed it not seriously weakened at that time. A prospective buyer must inspect these components thoroughly. Lift the vehicle and examine all coil spring surfaces for pitting or flaking, paying close attention to the lower coils where moisture collects. Probe every rigid brake pipe along the underside for hidden corrosion, particularly where they pass through clips or along the sub-frame, and verify whether the corroded pipes flagged in 2024 have since been replaced. Beyond the corrosion history, the recurring rear tyre wear advisories from 2021 and 2022 point to a persistent alignment or suspension geometry issue, likely tied to worn bushes or tracking. Have the rear suspension arms, toe links, and bushings inspected for play, and request a fresh four-wheel alignment check. The pedestrian protection system message logged in 2024 also warrants investigation, as it can indicate a fault in the bonnet lift mechanism or its impact sensor. Given the low mileage and recent clean passes, this F-Type appears mechanically sound today, but its history of structural corrosion means a thorough underbody inspection remains essential before purchase.