2012 Jaguar XJ 3.0L Diesel · TIA 1012

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test on December 16 2025 at 54,014 miles passed, following an immediate failure just five miles prior due to safety-critical mismatched tyre sizes on the front axle. This failure suggests a lack of pre-test inspection by the owner, while the subsequent advisory for a perishing offside rear tyre highlights that the rubber components are beginning to degrade due to age rather than tread depth. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 54,014 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 3,858 miles per year. This low usage pattern is consistent across the records, showing steady increments of roughly 1,500 to 2,300 miles between annual tests from 2022 to 2025. While this reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it often leads to accelerated deterioration of rubber-based parts, seals, and tyres, which is evident in the recurring tyre defects noted in the MOT history. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the tyres, as the history shows a recurring issue with uneven wear and sidewall cracking dating back to 2023. The offside front tyre showing edge-wear in the 2024 test suggests potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that have not been addressed. Given the low mileage, the buyer should also check for brake corrosion and seized calipers, as these components frequently suffer when a vehicle is left stationary for long periods. The recent failure in December 2025 regarding mismatched front tyres also indicates a need to verify that all current rubber meets the correct manufacturer specifications.