2013 Jaguar XJ 3.0L Diesel · XJ53 ADE
2013 Jaguar XJ (3.0L, diesel). First registered 04 Apr 2013. Recorded mileage 94,067 miles. MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJ
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Personal Export
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 94,067 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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XJ53 ADE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/08/2026
- 94,067 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
XJ53 ADE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Jaguar Xj (XJ53 ADE) between August 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Steering (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt and slight play i”; “Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))”.
XJ53 ADE Mileage History
- 22/08/202374,082 mi
- 06/08/202477,393 mi+3,311 mi
- 24/07/202585,499 mi+8,106 mi
- 30/07/202693,967 mi+8,468 mi
- 06/08/202694,067 mi+100 mi
Average of roughly 6,757 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Jaguar Jaguar XJ (X350/X351)
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Common Problems: JAGUAR XJ
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Air Suspension Failure(Serious)
Air struts leak or the compressor fails to reach pressure, leaving the car "slammed" on its bump stops.
- Timing Chain Tensioner Wear (5.0 V8)(Serious)
Early 5.0 V8 and 3.0 supercharged V6 engines have a design flaw where the timing chain tensioner piston wears through the aluminium-backed guide over time. This causes the chain to stretch and eventually jump, which can destroy the engine. The issue is most critical on pre-2013 cars.
- Door Lock & Window Regulator Failures(Moderate)
The door lock actuators and window regulators are common failure points on the X350. Lock failures can leave doors stuck in the double-locked position, while window regulators fail with the cable-driven mechanism snapping or the motor burning out.
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- Air Suspension FailureSerious
Air struts leak or the compressor fails to reach pressure, leaving the car "slammed" on its bump stops.
- Timing Chain Tensioner Wear (5.0 V8)Serious
Early 5.0 V8 and 3.0 supercharged V6 engines have a design flaw where the timing chain tensioner piston wears through the aluminium-backed guide over time. This causes the chain to stretch and eventually jump, which can destroy the engine. The issue is most critical on pre-2013 cars.
- Door Lock & Window Regulator FailuresModerate
The door lock actuators and window regulators are common failure points on the X350. Lock failures can leave doors stuck in the double-locked position, while window regulators fail with the cable-driven mechanism snapping or the motor burning out.
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