2014 Jaguar XJ 3.0L Diesel · XJ11 PUT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean MOT pass on 22 May 2026 at 60,035 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable but reactive, as a failure just three days prior to that test at 60,006 miles revealed a fractured nearside front coil spring. While the immediate defect was rectified to secure a passing result, the history suggests the owner addresses mechanical faults only upon failure rather than through proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is notably low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. Data shows a consistent usage pattern, with 6,838 miles driven between the 2024 and 2025, and another 8,676 miles in the most recent year. This low annual mileage typically reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, but it increases the risk of rubber-based components degrading due to age and stationary periods rather than sheer mechanical friction. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and tyre assembly. The records from 2023 and 2024 highlight recurring issues with tyre condition, including cracking, perishing, and edge wear, which indicates the rubber may be reaching the end of its structural life despite sufficient depth. The fractured spring in 2026 necessitates a check of the remaining coil springs and bushings for similar signs of fatigue. Given the vehicle's age and low usage, checking for perished brake lines and corrosion on the calipers is essential to ensure age-related degradation has not compromised the mechanical systems.