2011 Jaguar XKR 5.0L Petrol · X44 FAB

A pattern of emerging wear on suspension components and a significant structural failure of a road wheel define the recent history of this vehicle. While the test on 25 November 2025 resulted in a pass with a single tyre advisory, the record shows a dangerous failure on 4 December 2024 due to a fractured offside front road wheel. This follows a period of clean tests between 2019 and 2021, suggesting a shift toward more frequent component degradation in the last few years. The recorded mileage of 40,614 miles is low for a fifteen year old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,708 miles per year. This usage profile indicates the car has spent significant periods stationary or has been used sparingly. Mechanically, such low annual accumulation often shifts the primary cause of component failure from high-mileage friction wear to the degradation of rubber and polymer elements, which is reflected in the recent advisories regarding suspension bushes. Attention should be paid to the rear suspension geometry and condition. The 2022 and 2023 tests both flagged worn pins or bushes in the rear lower suspension arms. During a test drive, listen for knocking or clunking sounds when traversing uneven surfaces or during low-speed maneuvers. Any instability or a feeling of vagueness in the rear end under acceleration or braking may indicate that these bushes have deteriorated further. The history of a fractured road wheel and recurring tyre wear advisories necessitates a close inspection of all four wheels for hairline cracks or deformation. Check the current tread depth and wear patterns across all tyres, specifically looking for uneven edge wear as noted in the 2024 and 2025 records. This type of wear can be a symptom of incorrect wheel alignment or the aforementioned suspension bush wear, which should be verified to ensure the vehicle tracks straight and does not pull under braking.