2016 Jaguar XE 2.0L Diesel · VN66 FDO

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status but the maintenance history shows a concerning trend of mechanical neglect. While it passed the most recent test in September 2025 at 108,956 miles, the failure just one mile prior revealed significant underlying issues. The presence of an inoperative Engine Malfunction Indicator and a supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates electronic and engine management faults that were addressed immediately before the pass. More critically, the rattling front timing chain represents a high-risk mechanical failure that threatens internal engine damage if not replaced. At 108,956 miles over ten years, the vehicle reflects a consistent usage of approximately 10,900 miles per annum, which aligns with national averages for its age. The record shows steady mileage accumulation, with roughly 4,500 miles driven between October 2023 and September 2024, and another 4,500 miles in the year leading up to the September 2025 test. While the mileage pattern is stable, the nature of the faults suggests that the owner only addresses issues when they trigger an MOT failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the engine timing system to confirm the rattling chain issue has been professionally rectified rather than merely masked. The September 2025 failure also highlighted four tyres worn close to the legal limit with uneven edges, which suggests poor wheel alignment or worn suspension bushes that have not been addressed. Given the previous SRS warning lamp and engine MIL faults, the electrical system should be verified to ensure all sensors are fully functional and that the deactivation of warning lights did not simply clear intermittent faults that may return. A diagnostic scan is essential to ensure no hidden fault codes remain in the engine management system.